On the recordDecember 5, 1900
I recommend the appropriation by Congress, out of humane consideration, and without reference to the question of liability of the Government of the United States.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI recommend the appropriation by Congress, out of humane consideration, and without reference to the question of liability of the Government of the United States.
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