Supplement President's Message Completes Text to Congress
President Cleveland submits the complete text of the annual message to Congress. The document covers foreign relations, financial condition, tariff views, and recommendations on the army, navy, civil service and related matters. Introductory remarks note constitutional duty and precedent guiding the annual reassembly of information and legislative recommendations.
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Congress
Cleveland
Army
Navy
Congress of the United States
The United States and World Affairs in 1886
The address outlines U S policy on China Panama and the Pacific Philippines and Korea, discusses China opium crackdown and immigration limits, Panama Isthmus governance, Libe ria aid, Canada fisheries, Mexico reciprocity, and legal reforms. It notes naval aid to Liberia, Japan relations, Antigua rights, and copyright, plus budget summaries and trade figures.
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Hawaii
Mommend
Senate
Islands
United States
Britain
United
Consular Service Reform and Salary Reallocation
The document outlines revisions to consular service salaries under the 1856 appropriation law. It clarifies redistribution of officer pay based on work performed and post living costs, aiming to attract capable staff and avoid dismissive wage practices. It also stresses maintaining dignity, discouraging gimmicks of economy that deter talent.
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Secretary of State
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Department of State
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Revision of Our Revenue Laws Urged by President
In his annual message the president argues for tax reduction and wiser use of surplus revenues. He warns that continuing current taxes risks excess government income and danger to liberty. He calls for reform to reduce indirect levies and curb wasteful spending while funding essential public needs.
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Netherlands
Persia
East Indies
Teheran
United States
Peru
Congress
Feder
Natal
Silver Question and Suspension of Coinage Recommendation
The report details the fiscal year ending June 30 1888 coinage under the 1878 act with 29 34 849 silver dollars produced at cost 29 445 060. it notes silver prices fluctuated from 60 to 78 cents impacting intrinsic value, argues compulsory coinage did not raise commodity prices, and urges continued distribution of currency to the people while preserving small notes and silver certificates. It cites prior totals and asserts abundant currency for public needs.
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Treasury Department
United States
Congress
Fonsun Te
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Finances and General Condition Report Summary
The report of the treasury exhibits details of public service finances and government branches. It urges simplification and amendment of revenue laws for economy and efficiency. The ordinary expenditures for the year ended June 30, 1886 total $39,499,727.06 with $192,905,078.41 in expenditures.
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Noted Debate on Tax Reform and Worker Welfare
A dense opinion piece argues for tax reform to relieve living costs and expand domestic production. It emphasizes workers, farmers, and small businesses, urging government action to lower prices and broaden access to materials while preserving labor dignity and national prosperity.
Public Debt Reduction Figures for 1886
The article reports the year ending June 30 1886 shows total debt payments of 551,043.38 dollars. During the year to October 31 1885 three percent bonds were called totaling 127,281,100 dollars with 83,643,200 for sinking fund and 16,639,800 for debt reduction. Of bonds called 102,259,450 were due before November 1 1846 under faith calls. remainder 25, prp Teatared under the sits after that. Additional pre November 1 payments of 5,072,850 in interest reduced by 241,800 to extinguish bonded debt left 1,115,443,112 outstanding.700 bonds remain 3 percent. The article notes further reductions and cancellations of called bonds.
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War Office Secretary Report Highlights Army Strength and Defenses
The War Office report notes the army with 24,946 enlisted as of the latest returns and total departmental expenditures of 38,000,908.28, including 6,294 for public works. It urges mandatory officer examinations before promotion and calls for immediate fortification work to defend coast and harbors, while recounting the surrender of Geronimo’s force and the confinement of hostiles at Fort Marion with relocation of families and schools for captive children.
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Secretary of War
Department
Iuta
Congress
Hes
Navy ‘Department
Ariy
Geronimo
Arizona
Gai
Revenue laws need amendment amid many New York customs suits
A historical report notes a rising tide of suits in the southern district of New York challenging customs revenue practices at the port. The article argues Congress must address the escalating litigation and clarify the revenue law framework to curb growing disputes and pending claims.
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United States
Rts
New York
Customs Revenue
Port of
Congress
Federal judge blocks trial sessions in district court case
A federal judge in the district court denied a motion related to the ongoing case after reviewing the sessions and law. The ruling impacts the timing and venue of the upcoming legal proceedings involving the parties named in the suit.
Report on U S Navy condition and reform needs
The secretary of the navy details the department's state with calls for reform. It notes fourteen uncommissioned ironclads and limited serviceable ships, urging early action by Congress to expand armor, steel production, and new ships under contract.
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Hhe Department
Congress
United States
Vesbale Basubalote
United As of Armor
Gon Steel
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Postal service shows improving condition and costs
The postal service reports a gratifying condition with improvements over the year. The postmaster general notes reduced bond and increased mail facilities, while postage changes and economy measures affect revenue and outlay.
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