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This great and vitally important task rests with Congress, and the Executive can do no more than recommend the general principles which should govern in its execution.
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Tyler outlines the responsibilities of Congress and the Executive in governance and policy recommendations.
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Jan 8, 1845
I transmit herewith additional documents having relation to the treaty with China, which may enable the Senate more satisfactorily to act upon it.
Jan 1, 1845
In answer to your resolution of the 19th December last, I herewith transmit a letter from the Secretary of State and the accompanying documents.
Jan 21, 1845
Some action on the part of Congress seems desirable in order to give full effect to these important concessions of the Chinese Government.
Jan 21, 1845
The special mission authorized by Congress for this purpose has fully succeeded in the accomplishment so far of the great objects for which it was appointed.
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