In response to the resolution of the Senate of the 27th of February last, concerning the action had by the Executive with respect to the investigation of certain cases in which awards were made by the late United States and Mexican Commission, I transmit herewith a report of the Secretary of State, to whom the matter was referred.
Rutherford B. Hayes: “In response to the resolution of the Senate of the 27th of February last, concerning the action had by the Executive…”
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