Suppose that we had been fighting a stronger power than Spain and that our vessels had been defeated in that fight and been compelled to return- to the United States for protection or repairs. How gladly would they have welcomed the little Hawaiian Islands. with the flag of the United States above them. as a harbor to which .they could go in their distress. And it is not improbable that such a contingency may arise before the conclusion of existing hostilities. I have great respectfor our naturalized Germans. They are good citizens and soldiers and have contributed much to the glory of American arms. I would not question their loyalty for a moment.
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