United States Thirteenth Amendment 1863-65

An amendment to the United States Constitution to abolish slavery introduced during the American Civil War.

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Session 3568: 1864-02-01 12:00:00

Hon. James A. Bayard resigns from the Senate; Hon. George Read Riddle's credentials read.

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Message from J. A. Bayard

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Washington, D. C., January 30, 1864.

Sir: I will thank you to communicate to the Senate the fact that I resigned my seat in the Senate of the United States on yesterday, and have been informed that my successor has been chosen by the Legislature.

I have the honor to be, with high respect, your obedient servant,

J. A. BAYARD.

Hon. Hannibal Hamlin,

Vice President of the United States.

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