On the recordFebruary 2, 1931
The basis of successful relief in national distress is to mobilize and organize the infinite number of agencies of self-help in the community.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe basis of successful relief in national distress is to mobilize and organize the infinite number of agencies of self-help in the community.
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