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On the recordFebruary 1, 1893
The question whether Article XXIX is still in force depends, so far as the construction of the treaty goes, upon the meaning of the words 'the term of years mentioned in Article XXXIII'
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Benjamin Harrison
Republican · Indiana

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Message to Congress Regarding Railway Transportation Through Canada

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Feb 7, 1893

I thank you, sir, and these generous donors, for this testimonial of an incident which I am sure will be regarded as valuable in our history.

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Jan 17, 1893

He was a patriotic citizen, a lover of the flag and of our free institutions, an industrious and conscientious civil officer, a soldier of dauntless courage, a loyal comrade and friend, a sympathetic and helpful neighbor, and the honored head of a happy Christian home.

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Feb 7, 1893

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

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Jan 10, 1893

In response to the resolutions of the Senate dated December 20, 1892, and January 5, 1893, respectively, I transmit herewith a report from the Secretary of State of the 10th instant.

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