It is proposed to add a new section at the end of the joint resolution to read as follows: SEc. 40. The President is hereby authorized through such agency or agencies as he may designate to purchase exclusively in the United States and to transport and distribute as hereinafter provided. agricultural. medical. and other supplies for the relief of refugee men. women. and children. who have been driven from their homes or otherwise rendered destitute by hostilities or invasion. When so purchased. such materials and supplies are hereby authorized to be distributed by the President through the American Red Cross or such governmental or other agencies as he may designate. The cost of such distribution shall be paid out of the appropriation herein provided for.