On the recordJuly 18, 1867
The inevitable result is that the Federal Government, by the agency of its own sworn officers, in effect assumes the civil government of the State.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe inevitable result is that the Federal Government, by the agency of its own sworn officers, in effect assumes the civil government of the State.
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The danger of a defeat of the people's choice in an election by the House of Representatives remains unprovided for in the Constitution.
With these brief suggestions the bill is respectfully returned, and the consideration of Congress invited to the accompanying preamble and resolutions.
I transmit the accompanying communications from the Secretary of the Interior, together with the papers to which they have reference.
This event will occasion mourning in the nation for the loss of an eminent citizen and honored public servant.