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And to have you present there as not only the guest of the United States but particularly as one of the final commemorative events of the bicentennial of California will be a historic moment for our country and for our State.

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Toasts of the President and President Diaz Ordaz at a Luncheon Honoring the President of Mexico

08/20/1970

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