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THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN REMARKS TO AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY Thursday, February 4, 1971 9:10 A.M. Sheraton Park Hotel THE PRESIDENT: BACKGROUND The American College of Cardiology will hold its 20th annual scientific session in Washington, D.C., from February 3 to February 6, 1971. This organization has as its members the 3600 leading heart specialists of the world. You have been asked to address the plenary session on the morning of February 4. The invitation was extended to you by Dr. Lungren, Medical Consultant to the President, and a long-time friend of yours. In addition to the remarks you will deliver, you will be presented with the American College of Cardiology 1971 Humanitarian Award. This is the first award of this kind that has been given by the College. SEQUENCE OF EVENTS 9:10 a. m. Motorcade departs south driveway en route Sheraton Park Hotel. 9:20 a. m. Arrive Sheraton Park Hotel. You will be met by the following: John C. Lungren, M.D., F.A.C.C. Medical Consultant to the President William A. Sodeman, M.D., F.A.C.C. President, American College of Cardiology