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On the recordFebruary 16, 1892
I am of the opinion that if this appropriation is to stand provision should be made for protecting these tribes against extortionate claims for compensation in procuring action by Congress.
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Ben Harrison
Republican · Indiana

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Message to Congress Regarding the Choctaw and Chickasaw Appropriation

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