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Eight years have now elapsed since Texas declared her independence of Mexico, and during that time she has been recognized as a sovereign power by several of the principal civilized states.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Tyler notes the passage of time since Texas declared independence and its recognition by other states.

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