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John Tyler: “While I would propose nothing inconsistent with friendly negotiations to settle the extent of our claims in that region…”

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While I would propose nothing inconsistent with friendly negotiations to settle the extent of our claims in that region, yet a prudent forecast points out the necessity of such measures as may enable us to maintain our rights.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

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Tyler stresses the need for measures to protect national rights while pursuing negotiations.

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