Bourne, E. G., Prof.Scott, H. W.2018-04-232018-04-231903-03TRA-046-05-001http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11867/70038 page typed transcription, created by Click Relander."In December, 1842, the Secretary of War, in his report submitted to Congress with the President's message, urged the construction of military stations as a protection to the overland route to Oregon, 'if we intend to maintain our right to the territories on the Pacific belonging to us, which, it is supposed, does not admit of question.'"NO KNOWN COPYRIGHT The organization that has made the Item available reasonably believes that the Item is not restricted by copyright or related rights, but a conclusive determination could not be made. Please refer to the organization that has made the Item available for more information. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use.