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the extension of needed relief to the peoples of countries liberated by   
the democracies is one of the first logical steps to promote their   
economic and moral rehabilitation, a step which in its very essence   
assists for Italy will continue to function as long as your splendid  
 generosity supports it. We make this appeal to the heart of America if   
you have any useful materials that you can spare donate them to these   
needy people. We ask this without intending to lesson your interest in   
others in distress. The great heart of America always responds to the cry   
of the afflicted. I have lived so close to my fellow man I know how he   
reacts to the role the good samaritan. He admits the starnger to shelter   
and feeds him and clothes him. I know he never returns a deaf ear to those   
who are suffering. I know he does these things because it is good in the   
                    sight of the Lord."                     
 
                                                            
 
 
Translated text of Prime Minister's revised response expressing   
gratitude to American releif for Italy, for generous donations, will be   
cabled to the Department by me this afternoon with details concerning   
release of both texts to American press in collaboration with Columbia   
                       Broadcasting.                        
 
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