WASHINGTON, September 12, 1850.
The SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
SIR: In answer to a resolution of the House of Representatives adopted September 2, 1850, calling upon me to communicate the full and exact cost of each of the lines of mail steamers now in service, etc., I have the honor to transmit herewith reports from the Secretary of the Navy and Postmaster-General, containing the desired information.
MILLARD FILLMORE.
WASHINGTON, September 16, 1850.
To the Senate of the United States:
In answer to a resolution of the Senate of the 9th instant, adopted in executive session, asking information in reference to the nomination of John Howard Payne as consul to Tunis, I have the honor to transmit a report from the Secretary of State, giving the desired information.
MILLARD FILLMORE.
WASHINGTON, September 23, 1850.
To the Senate and House of Representatives: