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This order shall be effective as of February 1, 1942, and shall remain in force during the continuance of the present war and for six months after the termination thereof.

Context

Executive Order 9064—Authorizing the Governor of the Panama Canal To Furnish Certain Transportation to Persons Engaged for...

02/15/1942

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