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On the recordApril 3, 1832
I submit herewith to the consideration of Congress a report from the Secretary of State, showing the necessity of providing additional accommodations for the Patent Office, and proposing the purchase of a suitable building, which has been offered to the Government for the purpose.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

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