The many distressing accidents which have of late occurred in that portion of our navigation carried on by the use of steam power deserve the immediate and unremitting attention of the constituted authorities of the country
Fifth Annual Message
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There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.
The paper money system of this country may be used as an engine to undermine your free institutions.
If we turn to our relations with foreign powers, we find our condition equally gratifying.
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