Richard Nixon actually said...

I think, really, the character of this wonderful family is indicated when the Governor said, as we came into the house and wished him happy birthday, that he wanted to make clear that the main purpose of this day was not to celebrate his birthday, but the 63d wedding anniversary with Mrs. Byrnes.

Context

Remarks in Columbia, S.C., During a Visit With Former Governor and Mrs. James Byrnes.

05/02/1969

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