Political Quotes

I transmit herewith a report of the Secretary of State, in answer to the resolution of the Senate of May 9, 1896.

I anticipate that better and more uninterrupted commerce, through the plan suggested, between the great West and foreign ports, with the increase of national prosperity which must follow in its train, will not long escape American enterprise and activity.

Such vacancy may, subject to the approval of the Commission, be filled by appointment without examination and certification for such part of three months as will enable the Commission to provide eligibles.

I do not think there should be anything done with this valuable property which will in the least embarrass the Government in its sale.