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V. y a THE SECRETARY OF WAR 1
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..'' - -T'.- July 28, 1947.
General Fred W. Rankin,
Lexington, Kentucky.
Dear General:
I appreciate greatly your con-
` , gratulations upon my appointment as Secretary
of War. The interest and confidence of my
friends will aid and encourage me greatly in
the discharge of my duties.
Sincerely,