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On the recordFebruary 25, 1891
It is probably true that the officer intended to be benefited is peculiarly deserving and has had remarkable success in the discharge of the duties of the office.
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Benjamin Harrison
Republican · Indiana

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Message to the Senate Returning Without Approval a Bill to Establish the Record and Pension Office of the War Department,...

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