Grover Cleveland: “If, however, strict rights are to be relinquished and the liberality of the Government invoked, it should not be taxed…”

I am not willing, even by inaction, to be charged with acquiescence in what appears to be such an entire departure from the principle, as well as sentiment, connected with reasonable pension legislation.

I am unable to discover any principle which justifies her restoration to that relationship upon the death of her second husband.

A careful examination of this bill has convinced me that for the reasons given and others not specifically stated its provisions are unnecessarily harsh and oppressive.

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.