It banned slavery in the northwest territory
Houston had fought for Texan independence from Mexico and guided the fledgling Republic into the Union. He did not want to lose his life's work.
The Appilachian mountains was the greatest barrier, because it was crawling with Indian's that may have made them turn back.
Prime Minister Kishi Japan Informal visit. Signed Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security January 19. In U.S. January 16–23. January 17–21, 1960
Prime Minister Ben-Gurion Israel Unofficial visit. In U.S. March 8–16; visited Boston (Massachusetts) and New York City March 9–13, 1960
The most striking similarity between these two explorers was their ruthless nature towards the natives they encountered on their various journeys. Both men wanted to extract as many resources as possible from the conquered peoples.