04/10/1975
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"I hereby exempt Whitney Gillilland from mandatory retirement for age until June 30, 1975."
"My family and I were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your devoted husband."
"Jack's service to his country, his charitable works, and his genuine enjoyment of the humor of others are accolades that he wore with modesty, grace and charm."
"If laughter is the music of the soul, Jack and his violin and his good humor have made life better for all men."