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On the recordSeptember 15, 1965
He gave his entire fortune to establish this Institution which would serve 'for the increase and diffusion of knowledge among men.'
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Lyndon Johnson
Democratic · Texas

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Remarks at the Smithson Bicentennial Celebration.

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