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On the recordApril 30, 1858
In compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 24th ultimo, I herewith transmit a report of the Secretary of State, with accompanying documents.
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James Buchanan
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Message to the Senate on Outrages on American Citizens in Palestine

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