09/04/1966
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"I have expressed my concern and determination to save our countrysides."
"I would especially like to commend the National Geographic Society and the Sierra Club, the Save the Redwoods League and other such fine organizations for the unselfish efforts they have made in this ..."
"Only about 2 1/2 percent have some degree of permanent protection."
"I have directed Secretary Udall to prepare a plan for a redwoods national park and to have it ready for presentation to the Congress next January."