This large influx that has been instanced by these officials comes as a result of the evasion of this law. according to their statements. and it does seem to me that their statement is the best authority we have so far. That law ought to be enforced. if it is insufficient it ought to be amended. It ought to be strengthened. severer penalties ought to be attached to it [applause]. and if by this means we can stop this part of the presentday immigration. that would go a long way in affording the needed relief. I am aware. Mr. Chairman. of the difficulties which confront us when we undertake to control the action of these transportation lines and steamship companies in the great tide that they are bringing here.
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