Benjamin Harrison actually said...

I suggest that in the bill itself, or by a separate joint resolution, suitable expression be given of the public appreciation of this crowning service to the military profession and to his country rendered by General Cullum.

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Message to Congress Requesting Legislation to Carry Into Effect the Provisions of General George W. Cullum's Will

05/24/1892

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