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On the recordJune 10, 1858
I transmit herewith a report from the Secretary of War, with the accompanying papers, in obedience to the resolution of the House of Representatives of the 2d of June, 1858.
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Vera Buchanan
Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Message to the House of Representatives on Mississippi River Improvements

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