No reason is perceived for the discrimination recognized by the existing Law, and none why the provisions of the acts of Congress referred to should not be extended to the commerce of the islands in question.
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I shall carry with me into retirement the gratifying reflection that as my sole object throughout has been to advance the public good.
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