On the recordApril 19, 1858
I transmit a report from the Secretary of State, with accompanying papers, in answer to the resolution of the Senate of the 5th instant.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI transmit a report from the Secretary of State, with accompanying papers, in answer to the resolution of the Senate of the 5th instant.
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