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Abraham Lincoln: It is desirable that such legislation as may be necessary to carry the treaty into effect should be enacted as soon as…

On the recordJune 9, 1862
It is desirable that such legislation as may be necessary to carry the treaty into effect should be enacted as soon as may comport with the convenience of Congress.
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Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

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