07/05/1949
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"For many of our brethren in Europe and Asia this too will be a homeless Christmas."
"The world grows old but the spirit of Christmas is ever young."
"The great heart of the American people has been moved to compassion by the needs of those in other lands who are cold and hungry."
"The Chairman of the Committee shall be designated annually by the President."