02/14/1844
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"The exports, too, from the United States to China constitute an interesting and growing part of the commerce of the country."
"In reply to the resolution of the Senate of the 14th December, I transmit herewith the accompanying letter"
"Considering, therefore, that the United States possesses so large a share of the intercourse with those islands, it is deemed not unfit to make the declaration that their Government seeks, nevertheles..."
"I herewith transmit to the Senate a report from the Secretary of State, with accompanying papers, in answer to their resolution of the 27th instant."