Special Message
12/15/1821
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I have to state that having referred the resolution to the Secretary of State, and it appearing, by a report from him, t...
In executing this very delicate and important trust I acted with the utmost precaution.
Congress do not possess the power under the Constitution to pass such a law.
I herewith transmit a report from the Secretary of War, which contains the information required.