07/27/1949
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"In the spirit of that message from the Acts of the Apostles, I wish all of you a Merry Christmas."
"It has had to be strong, too."
"Happily he is now in the zenith of his powers--a hale veteran in high service."
"This order shall be effective as of December 1, 1948."