Abraham Lincoln actually said...

As the subject is of momentous interest to the two Governments at this juncture, the early consideration of it by the Senate is very desirab...

I transmit to the Senate and House of Representatives copies of the correspondence between the Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and the...

Within such period as may be mutually convenient to both Governments.

I have the honor to transmit herewith the copies desired, which have been procured from the War Department.