02/14/1893
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"His career was full of adventurous and useful discovery and of devoted and conspicuous service both in civil and military affairs."
"He opened the passes of the Rocky Mountains and gave value to his discoveries by aiding to create an American State on the Pacific Coast."
"To the Senate and House of Representatives: I transmit herewith a letter from the Secretary of State, inclosing the recommendation of the International American Conference with reference to the adopti..."
"I commend these suggestions and hope they will receive the prompt consideration of Congress."