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Through a wise provision of the Congress at its last session, the White House, which had become disfigured by incongruous additions and changes, has now been restored to what it was planned to be by Washington.
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This statement reflects Roosevelt's dedication to preserving the historical integrity of the White House as a national symbol.
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