do hereby command that orders be immediately given through the proper channels to the commanders of the military and naval forces of the United States to abstain from all acts inconsistent with this proclamation
Proclamation 422—Suspension of Hostilities with Spain
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We will not leave the destiny of the loyal millions the islands to the disloyal thousands who are in rebellion against the United States.
I did all that in honor could be done to avert the war, but without avail.
To the House of Representatives: I transmit herewith a report from the Secretary of State in response to the resolution of the House of Representatives of February 19, 1901.
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