In carrying out the provisions of this order the Director may act through or with the aid of such public or private instrumentalities or persons as he may designate, and may delegate such of his authority as he may deem necessary or desirable, with power of successive redelegation.
Executive Order 9727—Possession, Control, and Operation of Certain Railroads
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