PA.. March 27. 1916. The General Federation of Womens Clubs. which is one of the largest organized bodies of women in the world. having a membership of more than 2.000.000 women. has authorized me. as the chairman of its department of legislation. to oppose the literacy test in the Burnett immigration bill. I have made this statement to Mr. BURNETT by letter some time since. but I desire to remake it. and make it to one who will publicly state this opposition to the House and have it noted In the RECaD. " I wish also to add that the general federation is not an organization that indiscriminately approves or disapproves of any particular piece of legislation as many associations do. simply because they are requested so to do. On the contrary. we exercise the greatest care in our indorsement of or opposition to bills. But we have steadfastly opposed this literacy test. because we believe it to be both unjust and unwise. Very respectfully. yours. LUCY DoRaEy IAMS.
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