In 1922 he was elected to the 68th Congress and served here until the 79th Congress. when he resigned after having been elected to the supreme court of the State of New York. He served there with great distinction for the past 8 years. and brought great honor and credit to his family. his friends. and the Members of this House. During his service in the House he rose to the position of chairman of the Committee on Immigration and Naturalization. In that position he was responsible for liberalizing our immigration laws despite great opposition here on the floor. so that those who were compelled to flee from foreign lands. seeking our sanctuary in this country were enabled to do so. Mr. Speaker.
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