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President Taft reviews work of tariff board and canal plans
Taft’s annual message to Congress discusses tariff board activity and proposals for canal tolls, fortifications, and transit links with Latin America. He urges economy in government spending, post savings banks, and reforms in public lands, forests, coal, and interstate commerce. Highlights include Panama Canal completion timelines and defense needs.
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