Martin Van Buren actually said...

"I requested the different Departments to prepare reports on the whole subject so far as connected with the business with each."

"In addition to the papers accompanying my messages of the 23d and 30th ultimo, I communicate to Congress a copy of a letter, with its inclosure, since received at the Department of State from the gove..."

"I herewith submit the same to your consideration, and will present the reports from the other Departments so soon as they are completed."

"I transmit herewith for your consideration and action a communication from the Secretary of War."