Benjamin Harrison actually said...

To officers of the Navy his life will continue to yield inspiration and encouragement.

In token of respect to the memory of Admiral David D. Porter, who died this morning, the President directs that the national flag be display...

His countrymen will sincerely mourn his loss while they cherish with grateful pride the memory of his deeds.

I transmit herewith the correspondence called for by the resolution of the Senate of the 6th instant, relating to the conduct of Commander R...