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William McKinley: The pledge contained in this resolution is of the highest honorable obligation and must be sacredly kept.

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The pledge contained in this resolution is of the highest honorable obligation and must be sacredly kept.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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McKinley emphasizes the importance of keeping a pledge made in a resolution.

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