I am unable to discover why a pension should be granted in this case, unless the Government is to be held as an insurer of the safety of every person in the military service in all circumstances and at all times and places.
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Our people exhibit a patriotic disposition which entitles them to demand...faithful and unselfish service in their behalf.
all extraordinary occasion requires the Senate of the United States to convene at the Capitol
I am constrained to withhold my approval of the bill under consideration.
I return herewith without my approval House bill No. 6902, entitled 'An act granting a pension to Mrs. Mary A. Viel.'
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