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New Pension Law Extends Civil War and Mexican War Pensions
The act creates a pension program for enlisted men and officers who served at least ninety days in the Civil War or sixty days in the Mexican War, age sixty-two or more, with monthly amounts varying by age. It clarifies eligibility, stacking with existing pensions, and prohibits duplicate payments, effective after filing. It also prohibits pension attorneys’ fees under this act. The closing lines advise planting trees and roses to beautify homes.
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Secretary of the Interior
Bureau of Pensions
Commissioner of Pensions