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There is now pending in Congress, however, a bill which makes such provision, and which I believe is admirably adapted to meet the exigencies which would be presented in case of war.
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Bill Taft
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Taft mentions a pending bill in Congress that would provide necessary provisions for raising a volunteer force.

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