Dec 21, 1898
Until otherwise ordered no grants or concessions of public or corporate rights or franchises for the construction of public or quasi public works, such as railroads, tramways, telegraph and telephone lines, water works, gas works…
William McKinley
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William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1897, until his assassination on September 14, 1901. A member of the Republican Party, he was born in Ohio and previously served as the governor of Ohio from 1892 to 1896. McKinley is known for leading the nation to victory in the Spanish-American War and for implementing protective tariffs to bolster American industry while maintaining the gold standard.
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Dec 21, 1898
The major-general commanding the United States forces in Cuba and the senior naval officer of the American fleet in the port of Havana are directed to observe such arrangements and ceremonies for the evacuation of Havana, to take place on…
Dec 20, 1898
We come, not as invaders or conquerors, but as friends, to protect the natives in their homes, in their employments, and in their personal and religious rights.
Dec 20, 1898
The mission of the United States is one of benevolent assimilation, substituting the mild sway of justice and right for arbitrary rule.
Dec 20, 1898
Answering your message of December 14, the President directs that you send necessary troops to Iloilo to preserve the peace and protect life and property.
Dec 20, 1898
It is most important that there should be no conflict with the insurgents.
Dec 20, 1898
All persons who, either by active aid or by honest submission, co-operate with the Government of the United States to give effect to these beneficent purposes will receive the reward of its support and protection.
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