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Grover Cleveland: Though it seems to be clear that the consul-general should have professional aid in such investigation, that matter…

On the recordMarch 1, 1897
Though it seems to be clear that the consul-general should have professional aid in such investigation, that matter, together with the selection of the particular persons to act with him, properly devolves upon my successor in office.
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Grover Cleveland
Democratic · New Jersey

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