Special Message
01/28/1867
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Honest conviction is my courage. The Constitution is my guide.
I have examined with care the bill, which originated in the Senate and has been passed by the two Houses of Congress, to amend an act entitl...
I recommend that an appropriation be made by Congress toward providing for his compensation
I have with that view nominated to the Senate an officer of the same grade with the one now accredited to the Republic of Hayti