We considered the question of consular examination and consular inspection very thoroughly some years ago. In more than one country in Europe we were informed that they would not permit it. that they would not allow consuls to inspect and certify as to immigrants coming to this country. that that was something they could not possibly permit. There are other objections to consular inspection. which it is not necessary for me to go into. but we could wisely appoint medical examiners and inspectors at the different ports. and. of course. the steamship companies would comply with what we desired in that respect. because we could make it uncomfortable for them at the port of arrival if they did not do so. but we could not provide by absolute law as to what should be done at the point of departure.
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