05/29/1878
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"In response to a resolution of the Senate of the 7th instant, requesting information in reference to an alleged occupation of a portion of the Indian Territory by white settlers, etc., I transmit here..."
"There has been and will be no violation of this rule under orders from me during this Administration."
"The elections should be free from all forcible interference, and, as far as practicable, from all apprehensions of such interference."
"The true rule as to the employment of military force at the elections is not doubtful."