On the recordJuly 12, 1898
Private property, whether belonging to individuals or corporations, is to be respected, and can be confiscated only for cause.
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presidency.ucsb.eduPrivate property, whether belonging to individuals or corporations, is to be respected, and can be confiscated only for cause.
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