Special Message
12/20/1888
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The temptation is very strong to yield assent to the proposition for the relief of a citizen from liability to the Government arising from c...
The negligence made apparent in this case should be overlooked.
I am thoroughly convinced that the interests of the public would be better protected if fewer private bills were passed relieving officials,...
I return herewith without approval Senate bill No. 809, entitled 'An act granting a pension to Betsey Mannsfield.'