09/06/1888
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"Upon a review of the evidence taken it appears to be well established that any disability of the beneficiary heretofore existing was not attributable to his military service."
"his case is certainly a pitiable one I am forced to the belief that the conclusions reached in 1879 upon his application, that his disease was contracted while absent without leave and that his disabi..."
"I return without approval House bill No. 5593, entitled 'An act granting a pension to Charles Walster.'"
"I do not think these facts are proven or can be assumed."