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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 13, 1934

Many of our homes are in decadent condition and not fit for human habitation.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 13, 1934

I believe that the initiation of this broad and sound program will do much to alleviate distress and to raise perceptibly the standards of good living for many of our families throughout the land.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 13, 1934

The protection of the health and safety of the people demands that this renovizing and building be done speedily.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 13, 1934

To return many of the unemployed to useful and gainful occupation; second, to produce tangible, useful wealth in a form for which there is great social and economic need.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 10, 1934

I hereby authorize and direct John Dickinson, Assistant Secretary of Commerce, to perform the duties of the Director of the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

Modern medical science has advanced so far that a very large proportion of those who for one reason or another have become crippled can be restored to useful citizenship.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

This bill is objectionable because it provides for the payment of a gratuity to the widow of a retired Foreign Service officer.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

it is hereby, temporarily withdrawn from settlement, location, sale, or entry for use for lookoutstation purposes

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

I desire, therefore, to commend the American Judicature Society for its efforts and achievements over a period of more than a score of years.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

I RETURN herewith, without my approval, House' Bill No. 1870 entitled 'An Act for the relief of Corinne Blackburn Gale.'

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

I want again to express my heartfelt appreciation to all who participated.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

I feel that something more definite than the presumption of mental incompetency shown in this case is demanded to support a change in the record.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

the activities of your Society along these lines have been very timely.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

without an efficient administration of justice the other objects named cannot be attained.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

the attainment of that object is vital to the welfare of our country.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

the problem is difficult but can be solved if met squarely and if small temporary gains are sacrificed to the ultimate general advantage.

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FDR
@fdr· Democratic · NY· May 8, 1934

The force of and help from an enlightened opinion is what the professional workers need to win such a widespread battle.

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