To the Senate of the United States: In compliance with the resolution of the Senate in executive session of the 27th of January, I transmit herewith the report of the Secretary of State and the papers accompanying it, relating to the emigration of Chinese to the United States.
Grover Cleveland: “To the Senate of the United States: In compliance with the resolution of the Senate in executive session of the 27th of…”
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