A letter was sent to the Honorable James Forrestal requesting consideration for a change in military status based on the writer's record of service. The writer acknowledges speaking only for themselves and asks that their request be properly reviewed and acted on if merit is found. They apologize for any departure from custom but feel this is the only way to bring their request to consideration.

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New Yor , N.Y.
tob r 1946
·, hington, n.c.
ar Sir,
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I e not, ,cyf cours , sp k :for ny bu self and,
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d . ct. d u on by pr per ut.hori ty i:f you feel t re is so
rit in lIY' reque t . oing so I fee1 tbat this ht b
departure from custom but it is the only met.hod I kno to
co id r tion, I therefo:re ask your indulgence in th
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Your v ry rs ct.fully,