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This passport expires Jul 10 1917 unless previously renewed. It must be surrendered to a customs officer upon the return of the holder to the United States.

Good only for six months from date, unless renewed by a diplomatic or consular officer.

The person to whom this passport is issued has declared under oath that he desires it for use in visiting the countries hereinafter named, for the following objects; 

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| name of country | object of visit | 
| --- | --- |
| British Isles | Aviation |
| France | business |

This passport is not valid for use in other countries except for necessary transit to or from the countries named, unless amended by an American diplomatic or principal consular officer.

[[?]] attached photograph bears the signature [[?]] this passport is issued, in witness whereof the seal of the Department of State is impressed upon the photograph.

United States of America,
Department of State,
To all to whom these presents shall come, Greeting:
I, the undersigned, Secretary of State of the United States of America,
hereby request all whom it may concern to permit
Ruth Oliver (Ruth Law Professional name)
a Citizen of the United States
safely and freely to pass and in case of need to give
her all lawful Aid and Protection.
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Given under my hand and the
Seal of the Department of State,
at the City of Washington,
the 10th day of January
in the year 1917 and of the
Independence of the United States
the one hundred and forty first.
Arthur Lansing.
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Description,
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| personal attribute | individual response | 
| --- | --- |
| Age | 29 Years |
| Stature | 5 Feet 5 Inches Eng. |
| Forehead | medium high |
| Eyes | blue (glasses) |
| Nose | straight |
| Mouth | medium |
| Chin | round |
| Hair | blonde |
| Complexion | light |
| Face | oval |

Signature of the Bearer.
Ruth Oliver
Ruth Law

No. 44060

Transcription Notes:
Image 1 - Ruth Law Passport Photo, signed: Ruth Oliver formerly known as Ruth Law. Embossed with two United States' seals Image 2 - Bald eagle seal of the United States Image 3 - Purple stamp of the word "Canceled" in a rectangular frame over the top of the prior paragraph Image 4 - Purple stamp of the word "Canceled" in a rectangular frame over the top of the prior paragraph Image 5 - Red, round, wax-like seal of the United States of America