Political Quotes

In compliance with and execution of the act of Congress before mentioned, do issue this my proclamation, announcing the fact of the ratification of the said amendment by the legislature of the State of Louisiana.

This event will occasion mourning in the nation for the loss of an eminent citizen and honored public servant.

In pursuance of the foregoing order, it is hereby directed that thirty minute guns be fired at each of the navy-yards and naval stations on Thursday, the 4th instant, the day designated for the funeral of the late ex-President Buchanan…

I transmit a report from the Secretary of State and a report from the Secretary of the Navy, with accompanying papers.