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The appreciation of the Governments and people of the countries visited, which has been appropriately shown in various ways, leaves me no doubt that his visit will conduce to that closer union and better understanding between the United States and those Republics which I have had it much at heart to promote.
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Bill Taft
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Taft reflected on the positive reception he received during his diplomatic visits to Central American countries.

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