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On the recordMay 16, 1886
To the Senate: In response to a resolution of the Senate of the 5th instant, inquiring as to the necessity for the continuance of the present charge for passports for American citizens desiring to visit foreign countries, I transmit herewith the report of the Secretary of State on the subject.
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Grover Cleveland
Democratic · New Jersey

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