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William McKinley: It should be a matter of congratulation that through the foresight and munificence of Congress the nation possesses this…

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It should be a matter of congratulation that through the foresight and munificence of Congress the nation possesses this noble treasure-house of knowledge.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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McKinley praises Congress for its foresight in establishing a valuable national library.

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