02/08/1853
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"I transmit a report from the Department of State and the documents by which it was accompanied."
"I now transmit a report from the First Comptroller, with accompanying papers, from which it will be perceived that fifteen foreigners were connected with that expedition."
"The consul having evidently acted with good intentions, the claim is submitted for the consideration of Congress."
"The nature and objects of the treaty are fully explained by the report of Mr. Harper, who negotiated it in behalf of the United States."