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THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON April 5, 1952 Dear Hinie: I certainly appreciate your warm response to my announcement at the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner on the twenty-ninth that I would not be a candidate for re-election. I think I know exactly what you mean and, indeed, your solicitous interest in the welfare and happiness of the family and me pleases all of us. Despite the heavy responsibilities that have been mine since 1945, I have enjoyed serving my country. As you and the "Harps" know, I'm a little proud of my career from precinct to Presi- dent. Bess joins me in thanks for your good wishes. Margie is on a concert tour just now. Very sincerely yours, Honorable Edgar G. Hinde, Postmaster, Independence, Missouri.

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