164 LETTER. 



It is, perhaps, unnecessary to remark, that this expression of 

 public sentiment, though extensive, and deserving the most 

 respectful consideration, is small, when compared with other and 

 similar memorials, presented during the last session, and referred 

 to the secretary of the navy; to all of which the committee, of 

 course, can have easy access. 



While, sir, I accept, with much pleasure, your proffered kind- 

 ness, in giving to these memorials their proper direction in the 

 house of representatives, I beg you to accept the assurance of 

 the high consideration with which I am, sir. 



Your obedient servant, 



J. N. REYNOLDS. 

 Hon. ANDREW STEVENSON, 



Speaker of the House of Representatives. 



