03/09/1890
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"I transmit herewith a communication from the Secretary of State on the subject, together with the accompanying papers."
"and all vessels, their tackle, apparel, furniture, and cargo, found engaged in violation of this section shall be forfeited;"
"every person guilty thereof shall for each offense be fined not less than $200 nor more than $1,000, or imprisoned not more than six months, or both;"
"but the Secretary of the Treasury shall have power to authorize the killing of any such mink, marten, sable, or other fur-bearing animal, except fur seals, under such regulations as he may prescribe;"