Peace with all nations has been maintained unbroken, domestic tranquillity has prevailed, and the institutions of liberty and justice which the wisdom and virtue of our fathers established remain the glory and defense of their children.
Proclamation 241—Thanksgiving Day, 1878
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He now appeals to Congress for relief, and the papers herewith exhibit a case that calls for Congressional action.
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The United States can not consent to the surrender of this control to any European power or to any combination of European powers.
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