Rutherford B. Hayes: “The object of the bill is to destroy any control whatever by the United States over the Congressional elections.”

I transmit herewith a copy of proclamation for the convening of an extra session of the Senate of the United States at the Capitol, in the city of Washington, on the 4th day of March next, at noon.

Provided, That this withdrawal shall not affect any existing valid adverse rights of any party.

In response to the resolution of the Senate of June 21, 1879, I herewith transmit reports.

It is hereby ordered that the following-described lands in California, viz: Sections 26 and 35 in township 10 south, of range 1 west, and sections 2 and 3, in township 11 south, of range 1 west of the San Bernardino meridian be, and the…