Ben Harrison: “The matter is presented for the early consideration of Congress.”

The influence and interest of the United States in the islands must be increased and not diminished.

If this article of the treaty is in force, the obligations assumed by the United States should be fully and honorably observed

I herewith transmit, for the information of Congress, a communication from the Acting Secretary of State, forwarding certain bulletins of the Bureau of the American Republics.

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.