Third Annual Message
12/02/1867
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There was an interval of a week between that date and the order of suspension, during which two Cabinet meetings were held.
To the Senate of the United States: I transmit to the Senate, in answer to their resolution of the 25th ultimo, a report from the Secretary ...
It can not be legally accepted by the executive government without the advice and consent of the Senate.
I transmit a report from the Secretary of State and the papers accompanying it.