Jun 19, 1890
This great area is to be taxed to construct a road which can, in the nature of things, be of advantage to but a fraction of it.
Ben Harrison
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Benjamin Harrison was the 23rd President of the United States, serving from 1889 to 1893. A member of the Republican Party, he was born on August 20, 1833, in North Bend, Ohio, and later moved to Indiana, where he established his political career. Before his presidency, Harrison served as a United States Senator from Indiana from 1881 to 1887. He was known for his advocacy of protective tariffs and for being the first sitting president to attend a football game, reflecting his interest in American sports and culture.
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Jun 19, 1890
I have carefully examined the reports of the committees and every argument that has been submitted to me by the friends of the bill, but I can not bring myself to believe that the permanent welfare of the communities affected by it will be…
Jun 19, 1890
If there were no other objections to this bill, I should deem this alone sufficient, that no provision is made for submitting to a vote of the people at an election, after due notice and under the sanction of law, the question whether this…
Jun 18, 1890
It has been so often and so persistently stated that our tariff laws offered an insurmountable barrier to a large exchange of products with the Latin-American nations that I deem it proper to call especial attention to the fact that more…
Jun 18, 1890
If sugar is placed upon the free list, practically every important article exported from those States will be given untaxed access to our markets, except wool.
Jun 18, 1890
There can be no doubt, I think, that with these facilities well established and with a rebate of duties upon imported raw materials used in the manufacture of goods for export our merchants will be able to compete in the ports of the…
Jun 17, 1890
In response to the resolution of the Senate of the 16th instant, relating to the negotiations by the Cherokee Commission for the purchase of certain lands in the Indian Territory, I respectfully state that on the 20th day of May and the…
Jun 17, 1890
When these examinations are concluded, the papers will, if found to be complete and conformable to law, be submitted to Congress.
Jun 16, 1890
It is not important, perhaps, that the United States should in parting with these lands realize their value, but it is essential, I think, that favoritism should have no part in connection with the sales.
Jun 15, 1890
If proper penalties were imposed by law and a few convictions thereunder secured, I do not doubt that much waste of our forests would be prevented.
Jun 11, 1890
A general proposition to erect public buildings at this scale of expense in cities of the size of Tuscaloosa would not, I am sure, receive the sanction of Congress.
May 29, 1890
The selection of this day for these exercises--a day consecrated to the memory of those who died that there might be one flag of honor and authority in this republic--is most fitting.
May 29, 1890
That one flag encircles us with its folds to-day, the unrivaled object of our loyal love.
May 18, 1890
I do not hesitate to recommend that Congress make the very moderate appropriation for surveys suggested by the conference and authorize the appointment of commissioners and the detail of engineer officers to direct and conduct the…
May 18, 1890
A willingness is expressed by the War Department that the Department of the Interior should assume control of it.
May 18, 1890
The creation of new and improved steamship lines undoubtedly furnishes the readiest means of developing an increased trade with the Latin-American nations.
May 18, 1890
But it should not be forgotten that it is possible to travel by land from Washington to the southernmost capital of South America, and that the opening of railroad communication with these friendly States will give to them and to us…
Apr 25, 1890
The purposes for which this legislation is asked are not peculiar or exceptional.
Apr 25, 1890
The general law fixes the limit of 4 per cent upon the last assessment for taxation; this bill extends the limit as to the city of Ogden to 8 per cent.
Apr 25, 1890
If the argument by which this measure is supported is adopted, the conclusion should be a repeal or modification of the general law.
Apr 23, 1890
He will employ such civil posse as may seem adequate to discourage resistance or to overcome it.
Apr 23, 1890
He should proceed with calmness and moderation, which should always attend a public officer in the execution of his duty.
Apr 23, 1890
You will assure the officers of the law and those who have foolishly and wickedly thought to set the law at defiance that every resource lodged with the Executive by the Constitution and the laws will as the necessity arises be employed to…
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