On the recordOctober 3, 1940
Voluntary services in the administration of the selective service law may be accepted and should be encouraged.
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presidency.ucsb.eduVoluntary services in the administration of the selective service law may be accepted and should be encouraged.
Executive Order 8561—Selective Service Regulations
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