On the recordFebruary 10, 1897
To the Senate of the United States: In response to the resolution of the Senate of February 4, 1897, I transmit a report from the Secretary of State.
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presidency.ucsb.eduGrover Cleveland: “To the Senate of the United States: In response to the resolution of the Senate of February 4, 1897, I transmit a report…”
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