02/24/1976
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"I hereby exempt Whitney Gillilland from mandatory retirement for age until June 30, 1975."
"Jack Benny brought joy and laughter not only to us but to millions of other Americans."
"If laughter is the music of the soul, Jack and his violin and his good humor have made life better for all men."
"My family and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your devoted husband."