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The fate of the draw puts me in this position and not in Archie,

because I was originally scheduled to do the introduction.

I don't know who's going to come out better,

but I have some very strong ideas as to where I came out.

Five years ago at St. Louis, I act as a representative of psychiatry.

This year, I have a similar responsibility.

It is a pleasant duty, and I appreciate the opportunity to address you again.

The topic I have selected has interested me for many years.

A.A. is faced with a dual responsibility.

First, must bring its message to newcomers,

and second, see that the message exists, a

continuing influence upon its members.

As I see it, when the message is truly received, the miracle is worked.

Whether that change comes slowly or in a rut, the shift of sobriety is nothing short of miraculous.

In my paper at St. Louis, I discussed the aspect of A.A.

I talked about hitting bottom, surrender, ego reduction,

all of which contributed to the inner king has made sobriety possible.

I also warn that the problem of keeping sober

still lay ahead.

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