Rutherford B. Hayes: “A currency worth less than it purports to be worth will in the end defraud not only creditors, but all who are engaged…”

I can not but regard the fifth section of the bill as a step in the direction of the destruction of the national banking system.

Provided, That this withdrawal shall not affect any existing valid adverse rights of any party.

I would commend the suggestions and recommendation of the chairman of the Commission to the careful consideration of Congress.

It is hereby ordered that the following-described lands in California, viz: Sections 26 and 35 in township 10 south, of range 1 west, and sections 2 and 3, in township 11 south, of range 1 west of the San Bernardino meridian be, and the…