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~"' The President disclosed that Ahmadiyya Movement here had asked for one hundred acres of land. He said they are welcome to it. This country is open, Christianity and Islam alike. The President Tubman then proposed a toast to the health of the Muslim Leader. Responding, the Caliph thanked the President on behalf of his wife and himself for the honour. The Ahmadiyya Head told the President that his human sympathy, abundant goodwill and deep devotion to the Liberian people are the manifestation of the Almighty's grace. The Caliph said that he was pleased to observe that the President was fully aware of the basic realities of life and doing his utmost by the Lord's grace to realize the cherished goals of the nation. "May the sons of your great nation enjoy progress, prosperity, unity and solidarity under your fatherly and benign care," he concluded. Caliph Sahib then asked God's blessing on the President, Mrs. Tubman and the whole nation. Attending the dinner were, Vice President and Mrs. William R. Tolbert, Jr. , Speaker and Mrs. Richard A. Henries; members of the Cabinet, Legis lature, Judiciary and other high ranking officials of government. Also present were prelates representing various denominations and Islamic Leaders in the Community. He left for the Gambia on Friday. (This report was released as a handout by the Department of Infor mation and Cultural Affairs). 56