On the recordJune 11, 1858
Adversity teaches useful lessons to nations as well as individuals.
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Message to Congress on the Conditions of the Treasury
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I have long foreseen and often forewarned my countrymen of the now impending danger.
In answer to the resolution of the House of Representatives of the 9th of April last, requesting information concerning the African slave trade, I transmit a report from the Secretary of State and the documents by which it was accompanied.
In the meantime, who can foretell what would be the sufferings and privations of the people during its existence?