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This executive order, signed by President William McKinley on 1899-05-23, establishes federal administrative policy concerning "Executive Order." It is a direct, concise executive instruction delivering focused administrative or military commands to department leadership.
Constitutional Assessment: This action represents an orderly exercise of Article II administrative discretion, managing the internal machinery and personnel of the executive branch without abridging the ancient liberties of the people.
Key Directives & Operative Actions
▪That upon Wednesday, the 24th instant, the employees of the executive departments and the government printing office shall be excused from duty at 12: 00 o'clock noon to enable them to participate in the Civic parade and other exercises of the Peace Jubilee on that day.
To the Heads of the Executive Departments and the Public Printer: It is hereby ordered that upon Wednesday, the 24th instant, the employees of the executive departments and the government printing office shall be excused from duty at 12: 00 o'clock noon to enable them to participate in the Civic parade and other exercises of the Peace Jubilee on that day. WILLIAM MCKINLEY
