Politics

I lay before you a communication from the Secretary of War.

The importance of the subject would seem to render it worthy of the early attention of Congress.

I herewith transmit to the House of Representatives a report from the Secretary of State, in answer to their resolution of the 28th instant, relative to the claim.

I transmit herewith a report, and accompanying documents, from the Acting Secretary of War, which contains the information required by the resolution of the 16th ultimo, respecting the officers of the Corps of Engineers, the works upon…

I transmit herewith, in compliance with the requirements of the second section of the act of March 3, 1837, making appropriations for the Indian Department, a communication from the War Department.

I herewith transmit to the House of Representatives a report from the Secretary of State, in answer to a resolution of that body dated the 5th instant.

I herewith transmit to the House of Representatives a report from the Secretary of State, in answer to a resolution.

Justice must be the foundation of all government actions.

Good government is built on the principles of justice and equality.

Gentlemen of the Senate and House of Representatives: