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Tuesday, January 14, 1947
Harrison Howell Dodge writes:
“The Crown Prince, Ibn Saud of Arabia with his retinue in their native costumes made a colorful center of interest. He was most impressed by Mount Vernon and so appreciative of the courtesies extended to him that he sent Mr. Wall a handsome gold watch.”