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On the recordAugust 20, 1917
The powers herein delegated to the Secretary of the Navy may, in his discretion, be exercised directly by him, or through any other officer or officers who, acting under his direction, have authority to make contracts on behalf of the Government.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Executive Order 2687—Exercise of Authority Under the 'Naval Emergency Fund Act,' and Others

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