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The English law, which in this respect, has been adopted by us, frequently requires things to be done within a reasonable time [...] A bill of exchange, for example, must be presented within a reasonable time Chitty, Bills, 197-202. An abandonment must be made within a reasonable time after advice received of the loss. (A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States. By John Bouvier.)