May I say that at the increased price of $20 for each naturalization final certificate the Income upon 25.000 citizens papers would run into quite a sum of money. There was a time some years ago. according to my information. that the New York office of the Naturalization Bureau was approximately 25.000 requests behind In its work. Through the efficiency and tireless energy of the director of the New York office. Merton A. Sturgis. conditions there have been immeasurably improved. This splendid public servant. with his small staff. working in harmony. have brought about this salutary change. Last year when we had this bill before the House for consideration the distinguished chairman from Pennsylvania informed me that they had allocated an additional $100.000 to the New York naturalization office. I am desirous of ascertaining what amount. if any. has been appropriated to that office in the present bill that will enable the director. Mr.
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