Sections 1238a and 1239 were omitted in view of recognition of Philippine independence.

Section 1238a, act Aug. 7, 1939, ch. 502, § 8, 53 Stat. 1234, related to assignment of Foreign Service Officers to Philippines.

Section 1239, acts Jan. 17, 1933, ch. 11, § 9, 47 Stat. 768; Mar. 24, 1934, ch. 84, § 9, 48 Stat. 463, related to obligation of United States as to Philippine bonds and exemption of bonds from taxation.