I transmit herewith, in compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 19th of May, a communication from the Secretary of the Navy with copies of the correspondence, etc., as afforded by the files of the Department.
Message to the Senate on the Arrest of William Walker in Nicaragua
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I feel quite confident that Congress will bestow upon these resolutions the careful consideration to which they are eminently entitled.
I confess I hail this movement on the part of Virginia with great satisfaction.
After due deliberation, Congress, on the 2d of June, 1858, authorized the President 'to adopt such measures and use such force as in his judgment may be necessary and advisable' in the premises.
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