Special Message
12/17/1838
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It is understood that their respective examinations will throw new light upon the subject in controversy...
I deem it my duty to lay the proposition before Congress for such disposition as they may think fit to make of it
In compliance with the resolution of the Senate dated the 4th of February, 1840, I have the honor to transmit herewith c...
With all the powers of the world our relations are those of honorable peace.