"All ports and places in Cuba which may be in the actual possession of our land and naval forces will be opened to the commerce of all neutral nations, as well as our own, in articles not contraband of war, upon payment of the prescribed rates of duty which may be in force at the time of the importat..."
"Private property, whether belonging to individuals or corporations, is to be respected, and can be confiscated only for cause."
"The native constabulary will, so far as may be practicable, be preserved."
"We come not to make war upon the inhabitants of Cuba, nor upon any party or faction among them, but to protect them in their homes, in their employments, and in their personal and religious rights."
"Private property taken for the use of the army is to be paid for when possible in cash at a fair valuation, and when payment in cash is not possible receipts are to be given."
"It is my desire that the inhabitants of Cuba should be acquainted with the purpose of the United States to discharge to the fullest extent its obligations in this regard."
"All persons who, either by active aid or by honest submission, co-operates with the United States in its efforts to give effect to this beneficent purpose will receive the reward of its support and pr..."
"All churches and buildings devoted to religious worship and to the arts and sciences, all schoolhouses, are, so far as possible, to be protected."
"The freedom of the people to pursue their accustomed occupations will be abridged only when it may be necessary to do so."
"The sturdy valor and heroism of officers and men fill the American people with pride."
"They have added new names to our roll of heroes."