07/05/1886
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"But the pension under the general laws dates from the time of filing the application in 1879, while under a special act it would date only from the time of its passage."
"I return herewith without approval Senate bill No. 2111, entitled 'An act granting a pension to Jacob Smith.'"
"In the interest of the beneficiary and for her advantage the special bill is therefore disapproved."
"I suppose his certificate has already been issued, and I am unwilling to jeopardize the advantages he has gained thereunder."