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The Fourth Presidential Campaign--Candidacy and Career of Mario G. Menocal--His Brilliant Work in the War of Independence and in the Sugar Industry--Sketch of Enrique José Varona--Dr. Rafael Montoro's Distinguished Career--His Diplomatic Services and Literary Achievements--President Menocal's Cabinet--His Aims and Plans for His Administration--First Message to Congress--Factional Obstruction--Paying Off Old Debts--Trying to Abolish Gambling--The Civil Service--Controversy Over the Asbert Amnesty Bill--A Small Insurrection.