Special Message
12/11/1867
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This regulation has become necessary for the more convenient, punctual, and regular dispatch of the public business.
This instrument can not be legally binding upon the United States unless sanctioned by the Senate.
It is desired and advised that all communications in writing intended for the executive department of this Government and relating to public...
In answer to the resolution of the Senate of the 6th instant, concerning the International Monetary Conference held at Paris in June last, I...