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    "ocrText": "- 3 -\nthe Red Cross whom they represent. They should bear in mind that any slight\nact of indiscretion or thoughtlessness on their part may lay the Red Cross\nNursing Service and the nursing profession of America open to serious critisism.\nThe conditions under which they may be working may call for a complete readjust-\nment of their method of living and working, and their outlook upon life. We\ndo not look upon your assignment to overseas duty as & sacrifice but a glorious\nprivilege and an opportunity to carry the spirit of the Red Cross and the Nurs in\nprofession htherever you may be serving.\nWe shall watch your work with great interest through the reports\nthat are submitted to us by the representative of the Nursing Service in the\ncountry where you may be serving.\nWe are always glad to hear from you at any time and we stand\nready to assist you at any time sho ld the need for such assistance arise.\nYou carry with you our best wishes for your success. Believe me as\nYours very sincerely,\nActing Director,\nBureau of Field Nursing Service.\nv/M"
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