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William McKinley: “The Government justly appreciates the services of its soldiers and sailors by making pension payments liberal beyond…”

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The Government justly appreciates the services of its soldiers and sailors by making pension payments liberal beyond precedent to them, their widows and orphans.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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McKinley emphasizes the government's commitment to supporting veterans and their families through generous pension payments.

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