Special Message
02/24/1863
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But that proclamation falls far short of what the amendment will be when fully consummated.
Be pleased to signify this to the respective Houses of Congress.
Complaint is made to me, by Vermont, that the assignment of her quota for the draft on the pending call is intrinsically...
The expediency of any legislation on the subject is submitted for your consideration.