
I am pleased to announce that the Honorable John T. Connor, Secretary of Commerce, will serve as Chairman of this year's Combined Federal Campaign for the Washington Metropolitan Area.
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I am pleased to announce that the Honorable John T. Connor, Secretary of Commerce, will serve as Chairman of this year's Combined Federal Campaign for the Washington Metropolitan Area.

The coming Combined Federal Campaign is very important to the voluntary organizations and to the millions of people, at home and abroad, who depend on them for help.

This is an important job and I am glad that Secretary Connor has agreed to undertake it.

I request that you serve personally as Chairman of the Combined Campaign in your organization and appoint a top assistant as your Vice Chairman.

A combined drive is more convenient for employees, making it possible for them to give their contribution through payroll deductions.

In World War II, Mr. Prime Minister, England saved herself by fortitude and the world by example.

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Good evening, and God bless you all.

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