Political Quotes

Only two courses are now open--one the establishment of a protectorate by the United States, and the other annexation full and complete.

It has been the policy of the Administration not only to respect but to encourage the continuance of an independent government in the Hawaiian Islands so long as it afforded suitable guaranties for the protection of life and property and maintained a stability and strength that gave adequate security against the domination of any other power.

I transmit herewith a report submitted by the Acting Secretary of State in response to the resolution of the Senate of February 2 last, relating to the building of the Ozama River bridge at Santo Domingo City by American citizens.

I have felt great interest and enthusiasm in the rebuilding of the American Navy.