9 August. 
24th Day 
PRESIDENT BIDS FAREWELL 
At 1330 the Houston anchored off the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, 
Florida. 
The McDougal came alongside at 1430 and at 1645 the rail was 
manned for the last time. At 1700 the President left the ship, transfer- 
ring to the McDougal. Full honors were rendered. Lines were cast off. 
As the band played Old Lang Syne, the President waved goodbye and the 
McDougal slowly steamed away. 
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