Remarks to the Michigan Republican State Convention
08/23/1974
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Excellence has its own reward, not only to those who strive for it but also to the free society which encourages it.
It is a great honor for her and richly deserved.
But it is delightful to be here, and I thank you for honoring Betty, and we are deeply grateful as a family.
This order shall be effective December 31, 1976.