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On the recordJune 15, 1899
Such vessels may carry the American flag above the distinctive signal for the purpose of indicating that the Government of the United States pursuant to treaty has assumed and will discharge the obligations that may under International law result from the fact of the occupation of Cuba for the protection of life and property.
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Bill McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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The Internal Revenue District of Nebraska shall comprise the State of Nebraska.

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