On the recordFebruary 12, 1889
This was a proper disposition of the case unless the Government is held liable for every disability which may afflict those who served in the Union Army.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThis was a proper disposition of the case unless the Government is held liable for every disability which may afflict those who served in the Union Army.
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