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William McKinley: “In view of the occupation of Santiago de Cuba by the forces of the United States, it is ordered that postal…”

On the recordJuly 20, 1898
In view of the occupation of Santiago de Cuba by the forces of the United States, it is ordered that postal communication between the United States and that port, which has been suspended since the opening of hostilities with Spain, may be resumed, subject to such military regulations as may be deemed necessary.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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