ANS, [n.d.] : [White House, Washington, D.C.], on typewritten report concerning Harry Bridges.

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ANS, [n.d.] : [White House, Washington, D.C.], on typewritten report concerning Harry Bridges.

FDR's note to Frances Perkins reads, "F.P., Very confidential. Will you speak to me about it? FDR." Body reports Ralph P. Bonham of the U.S. Immigration Service "has definite proof that Harry Bridges is a member of the Communist Party and as such under the law should be deported."

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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