John Tyler

John Tyler, the tenth president of the United States, was born on March 29, 1790.

In 1807, John Tyler graduated from the College of William and Mary. This laid the foundation for his future career in law and politics.

John Tyler married Letitia Christian on his 23rd birthday, March 29, 1813. Letitia Tyler later became the First Lady of the United States during John Tyler's presidency.

As a Senator, John Tyler reluctantly supported Andrew Jackson for President, considering it a choice of evils.

President John Tyler vetoed a similar bank bill passed by Congress, known as the 'exchequer system,' after Henry Clay would not accept it, leading to a clash on the banking question.

In 1836, John Tyler resigned from the Senate instead of obeying his state legislature's instructions to reverse his vote on Senate resolutions censuring President Jackson for the removal of deposits from the Bank of the United States. This act of independence endeared Tyler to the opposition Whig Party.

In 1839, John Tyler served as a delegate and speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates.

John Tyler was elected as the vice president of the United States alongside William Henry Harrison, who won the presidency in a decisive electoral vote.

The newly elected president delivers a speech outlining the principles that will guide his administration, including the intention to retain incumbents who have performed their duties faithfully, opposition to public debt in times of peace, and support for legislation to restore a sound circulating medium.

The Cabinet of President John Tyler served from April 6, 1841, to March 3, 1845. It included notable members such as Daniel Webster, John C. Calhoun, and others, who played significant roles in the administration.

After the death of President William Henry Harrison, Vice President John Tyler assumes the presidency, setting the precedent for presidential succession.

John Tyler became the tenth President of the United States following the death of William Harrison.

In June 1841, a special session message was delivered, signifying an important communication or announcement made during that time.

On June 2, 1841, a special message was conveyed, indicating a notable communication or announcement during that period.

Another special message was delivered on June 17, 1841, highlighting an important communication or announcement during that time.

The President discusses the issues of government revenues and the problems associated with the unlimited creation of banks by the States. He also supports the distribution of land revenues and new revenue measures, and asserts his intent to use his veto power for any measure that conflicts with the Constitution.

On July 9, 1841, a special message was delivered.

On July 14, 1841, another special message was delivered.

On July 16, 1841, a special message was delivered once again.

On July 19, 1841, another special message was delivered.

The President signs an act for the relief of the widow of the late President Harrison, providing $25,000 as a pension, marking the first instance of a pension being paid to the widow of a president.

On July 27, 1841, a special message was delivered once again.

On August 2, 1841, a special message was delivered.

On August 3, 1841, a special message was delivered.

On August 6, 1841, a special message was delivered.

President Tyler vetoed a bill that aimed to incorporate the subscribers to the Fiscal Bank of the United States, stating that he did not believe the federal government had the constitutional power to do so. The Senate sustained the veto on 08/19/1841, which was a significant stance taken by the Whig Party members in Congress.

President Tyler signed an Act creating a uniform system of bankruptcy throughout the United States. This Act had a notable impact on the legal and financial framework of the country.

On August 25, 1841, another special message was delivered.

On August 27, 1841, yet another special message was delivered.

On September 1, 1841, a special message was delivered.

President Tyler signed an act providing for the sale of public lands at $1.25 per acre, with the proceeds to be applied to internal improvements such as roads, railways, bridges, and canals. This initiative aimed to enhance the infrastructure of the nation.

On September 8, 1841, another special message was delivered.

On September 9, 1841, another veto message was issued.

President Tyler vetoed the act creating the 'Fiscal Corporation of the United States,' which was seen as a second attempt by the Whigs to establish an institution similar to the Bank of the United States. Tyler objected that it resembled a bank of the United States with seemingly limited powers. The House sustained the veto with a vote of 92-87.

Tyler's entire cabinet resigns after he vetoes a bill for the establishment of a National Bank of the United States, except for Secretary of State Daniel Webster.

On September 13, 1841, yet another special message was delivered.

The Congressional Whigs adopt a resolution condemning President Tyler, stating that he has voluntarily separated himself from those who elected him to office and denying any future party responsibility for his actions. This resolution is widely reproduced in newspapers such as the Philadelphia Ledger, N.Y. Courier & Enquirer, and Baltimore Sun.

Proclamation 46A warns against armed bands of men crossing the northern border and committing crimes in Canada, stating that they will be prosecuted and urging them to stop their activities.

President Tyler delivers his First Annual Message.

In a Special Message to the Senate, a boundary dispute between the Republic of Texas and the United States is settled.

In 1842, John Tyler signed a tariff bill protecting northern manufacturers and the Webster-Ashburton treaty which ended a Canadian boundary dispute.

President Tyler signs a resolution to create a committee to investigate the New York Custom House, where the government collects duties on imported goods.

President Tyler recommends legislation to solidify the Federal government's power over the state in reference to its ability to send citizens back to their home country, in reaction to the state of New York arresting a British citizen.

President Tyler addresses the Senate's rejection of his nominee for the survey-general of Illinois and Missouri, calling it a 'misapprehension of facts', and nominates him again.

President Tyler expressed his refusal to comply with a House resolution that aimed to give the legislative branch more power in making appointments, citing the preservation of presidential powers as granted by the constitution.

President Tyler submits a report to the Secretary of State regarding the findings of the committee established to explore the boundary dispute between Maine, New Hampshire, and the British Provinces.

President Tyler calls for Florida to cease hostility against the Indians, emphasizing the increased cost of fighting and expressing hope for a surrender of the remaining Indian force. He also urges Congress to consider granting lands to families settling in Florida.

President Tyler authorizes the issuance of brevet commissions for military services in Florida through a special message to the Senate.

The Apportionment Act of 1842 was signed into law by President Tyler, specifying the transition to single-member districts for House elections and reducing the number of House members. Tyler expressed concerns about its constitutionality in a Special Message to Congress on the same day.

Representative John M. Botts of Virginia, a Whig, introduced a petition requesting the impeachment of President Tyler on August 9, 1842.

President John Tyler vetoes a tariff bill due to the proposed import duties exceeding 20 percent, which he cannot support. The House majority refers the veto message to a select committee chaired by former President John Quincy Adams.

President John Tyler conveys documents relating to Canadian border issues and negotiates with Britain, resulting in the signing of the Webster-Ashburton Treaty. The treaty resolves the dispute over the Maine-New Brunswick border, settles other boundary disputes, and addresses the Caroline steamboat affair.

The House Select Committee accuses President John Tyler of abusing his veto power and suggests a constitutional amendment to restrict the veto power.

The U.S. Senate ratified the Treaty of Washington, also known as the Webster-Ashburton Treaty, which resolved outstanding issues between Great Britain and the United States.

In a message to the House of Representatives, President Tyler complains bitterly of a recent House Select committee report critical of him and alleging that he had corrupt motives. He points out that the House has the constitutional authority to impeach, but there is no constitutional authority to attack the president without providing him the opportunity to rebut the claims. The House refused to enter Tyler's message on the House Journal.

After a prolonged period of illness, First Lady Letitia Christian Tyler passed away in the White House. She was laid to rest at her family plantation of Cedar Grove on September 13. Following her death, her daughter-in-law Priscilla Cooper Tyler took on many of the responsibilities as the White House hostess, seeking guidance from former First Lady Dolley Madison.

President John Tyler delivered a Special Message to Congress, urging diplomatic engagement with the Governments of Hawaii and China. He emphasized the potential future interests in these regions and warned against any attempts to colonize or dominate the Pacific Islands, extending the Monroe Doctrine westward.

Representative John M. Botts introduced a petition for the impeachment of President Tyler, which was voted on January 10, 1843, but failed.

President Tyler informs the House of Representatives that Captain Thomas Jones is relieved of his position for invading the Mexican Republic and taking control of Monterey.

President Tyler recommends Congress to refund Spain for the loss of their schooner, the Amistad, to show good relations between the two countries.

President Tyler signs 'An Act to test the practicability of establishing a system of electro-magnetic telegraphs by the United States' appropriating $30,000 for testing the invention of Samuel F. B. Morse under the superintendence of Professor Morse.

President Tyler accepts the resignation of Secretary of State Daniel Webster who later is elected to the Senate.

President Tyler sent a special message to the House of Representatives on this date, requesting legislative action to authorize transferring funds to permit completing work on ships under construction.

President John Tyler announces the death of the Secretary of State, Secretary of the Navy, and a federal judge in an accidental explosion from a large gun on the steamship Princeton. Among the dead is a New York attorney, David Gardiner, father of Julia Gardiner, Tyler’s future wife.

President John Tyler presents an account of recent events in Rhode Island and appends many related documents. Rhode Island ratifies a new constitution after internal strife almost caused armed conflict. Tyler asserts the right of the Executive to provide aid and send the Secretary of War to diffuse the conflict, but remarks that putting the state’s constitution in federal control would be an overreach of executive power.

John C. Calhoun and representatives for Texas signed a treaty which was submitted to the U.S. Senate for ratification. The Senate deliberations were highly controversial in an election year.

The 'National Democratic Tyler Convention' meets at Calvert Hall in Baltimore and nominates Tyler for president. Many attendees aimed to influence the choice of the Federal Democrats meeting at the same time in the same city.

President Tyler informs the House of Representatives about the Senate's rejection of the Texas Annexation Treaty. He urges Congress to explore alternative methods within the boundaries of the constitution to accomplish annexation.

President Tyler issues a veto on a bill aimed at enhancing rivers and harbors, arguing that this authority is not specified in the Constitution and should be under the jurisdiction of the states. The House upholds the veto with a vote of 104-84.

Julia Tyler served as the First Lady of the United States from June 24, 1844, to April 4, 1845.

John Tyler weds Julia Gardiner, 24 years of age, at the Church of the Ascension on Fifth Avenue in New York City. This event marks Tyler as the first sitting President to marry while in office.

Two days later the Tylers held a reception in the Blue Room of the White House to introduce the country to its new First Lady.

The Treaty of Wanghia was the first trade treaty between the United States and China. It was negotiated under President Tyler's administration by Caleb Cushing and was later ratified by President Tyler on January 17, 1845.

Assured of James K. Polk's support for the annexation of Texas, President Tyler announced his decision to drop out of the presidential race. This made him the first incumbent president not to seek re-election.

John Tyler delivered his final message to Congress, urging the members to pass a joint resolution for the admission of Texas as a state.

President Tyler expresses strong disapproval of Mexico's intention to renew a war over the annexation of Texas in a message to Congress. He criticizes the hostile dispatches from the Mexican ministry as detrimental to the interests of the United States.

A treaty between China and the United States is reported in a Special Message to Congress, outlining the establishment of trade relations, the appointment of a formal U.S. representative in China, and the enactment of a special provision for the protection of U.S. citizens in China.

John Tyler entreated the members of Congress to pass a joint resolution for the admission of Texas as a state, emphasizing the importance of annexation.

President Tyler signs an act to set a consistent time for holding elections for electors of the President and Vice President in all states of the Union, scheduling it for the 'Tuesday next after the first Monday in the month of November.'

President Tyler delivers a special message to the Senate and House, condemning actions aimed at evading the restrictions on slave trade. This highlights the ongoing debate and tension surrounding the issue of slavery during this time.

On March 1, 1845, President John Tyler signed a joint resolution to annex Texas, allowing it to enter the United States directly as a state with its boundaries to be determined after annexation. The resolution also addressed the issue of Texas's debt and the division of public lands.

The Senate and the House both vote to override President Tyler's veto of 'An Act Relating to Revenue Cutters and Steamers.' This demonstrates the political dynamics and power struggles between the executive and legislative branches during Tyler's presidency.

John Tyler served as president of a 'Peace Convention' called by the Virginia Legislature in Washington DC. The purpose of the convention was to prevent violence in response to secession.

On April 17, 1861, John Tyler voted for secession during the Virginia Convention, which was a significant event during the secession crisis.

John Tyler takes his seat as a member of the Provisional Congress of the Confederate States.

John Tyler, the tenth president of the United States, passed away on January 18, 1862.

Julia Gardiner Tyler, the second wife of John Tyler, passed away in 1889, marking the end of an era for the Tyler family.

The Index to the John Tyler Papers was published in Washington, D.C. in 1961. It is a collection of manuscripts related to John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States.