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On the recordFebruary 28, 1901
The measure of governmental liability is fulfilled by the passage of the act of March 3, 1891, and the prompt payment of the judgments rendered thereunder.
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Bill McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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Veto Message to the House of Representatives

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