On the recordJanuary 12, 1905
Actual experience has convinced me that it will be impossible to obtain the best and most effective service under the limitations prescribed by law.
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presidency.ucsb.eduActual experience has convinced me that it will be impossible to obtain the best and most effective service under the limitations prescribed by law.
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