Today. the Bureau of Customs must cope with an increasing amount of foreign trade and travel. In fiscal year 1962 there was an estimated $16 billion worth of merchandise importations. and 160 million people and 46 million vehicles crossed our borders. This flow of goods and persons must be checked not only for violations of health. agriculture. and immigration laws. Customs. in cooperation with other Federal agencies. must guard against the noxious plant. the insect pest. the disease carrier. the unlawful immigrant. A big job has been assigned to our customs service in guarding our farflung borders. Judging from its past history. however. its future duties will be carried out with efficiency and dedication.
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