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Rutherford B. Hayes: In response to a resolution of the Senate of the 10th ultimo, I transmit herewith copies of reports of the Commissioners…

On the recordJanuary 28, 1878
In response to a resolution of the Senate of the 10th ultimo, I transmit herewith copies of reports of the Commissioners of Indian Affairs and General Land Office, dated 9th and 21st instant, respectively.
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Rutherford B. Hayes
Republican · Ohio

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