Veto Message
06/17/1888
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It is most gratifying to note the satisfactory results that have followed the inauguration of the new system provided for...certain Federal ...
Our people exhibit a patriotic disposition which entitles them to demand...faithful and unselfish service in their behalf.
This government is not a nation to which peace is a necessity.
I do hereby revoke my said proclamation of January 26, 1888.