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Yet considering the feelings which might be elicited, and the resentments which might be excited, by a misconstruction of Legislative resolutions[both words underlined] on this subject, although neginating [?] in the best and most patriotich[sic] intentions and designed to produce the most permanent & lasting benefit of our common country, and believing there [illegibly crossed out word] may be objections to that method of attempting to effect the object desired, which would not exist in regard to other methods, equally & perhaps more efficient. Your Committee [illegible] respectfully submit it as There[sic] opinion that Legislation upon this subject is inexpedient.

                      [signed] J. W. Hathaway     pres. order 

To Senate February 22nd 1827

      Read and Accepted
            Sent down for concurrence
               [signed] Robert P. Touelop  Pres
                                     House of Representatives

         Read & Commend
                            [signed] John Ruggles
                                                     Spr[?]