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There is also appended to the message another letter from Gov. Harris to Gov. Magoffin, under date of Aug. 20, in regard to the seizure of the steamers Jerry and Orr, the concluding paragraphs of which we copy: It is with profound interest and regret that I have witnessed recently the open violation of the neutrality of Kentucky by the Government of the United States, by the establishment of military encampments and other warlike preparations within the territorial limites and jurisdiction of your State. If we should unfortunately be on the eve of a collision between our States, produced by the machinations of a common enemy, I desire, at this time, on behalf of Tennessee, to renew to your Excellency, as the official representative of Kentucky, as the official representative of Kentucky, the assurances heretofore given, that the authorities and people of Tennessee have faithfully observed and respected the neutrality of your State, and will, if permitted by the authoriti