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On the recordOctober 30, 1972
TODAY I am pleased to announce that under our rapidly expanding Legacy of Parks program, the Federal Government will soon transfer 18 parcels of land to State and local governments for park and recreational use.
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Richard Nixon
Republican · California

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Statement Announcing Transfer of 18 Parcels of Land Under the Legacy of Parks Program

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