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Legion Conclave Draws 30000 To Houston Convention
More than 30,000 American Legionnaires gather in Houston for a seven day convention. Secretary of State William Rogers headlines general sessions from Aug 31. Events include a massive Astrodome parade, Space Center inspection tour, and speeches by William Hobby Jr and John Emmerich. Friday features Ayres and four drug-abuse policy commissions.
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