02/12/1843
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"My mind is not clear of doubt as to the power of the Executive to act in the matter, but being opposed to the assumption of any doubtful power, I have considered it best to submit the agreement to you..."
"I transmit herewith a letter from the governor of Iowa, accompanied by a memorial from the legislative assembly of that Territory, asking admission as an independent State into the Union."
"In compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 31st January, I herewith transmit the accompanying letter* from the Secretary of the Navy."
"To the Senate of the United States."