It is with regret that I must announce the failure of the House and Senate conferees to agree upon a reasonable minimum wage improvement program.

We supported the legislation recommended by the administration.

But, we have just begun to fight.

I am sure that they will support me in November in my goal of a minimum living standard of $1.25 an hour for millions of Americans who work in the large enterprises of our country.

The labor movement was the principal force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress.

I did everything within my power to achieve a reasonable compromise of the differences between the Senate and House bill.

This is a time for boldness and energy.

Yes; I would hope we would secure the best talent we could get, and I say particularly in the responsible positions involving national security, without regard to party.

This is designed to make sure, if I am successful, that the months of January, February, and March would be used most effectively.

These other Republicans refused to accept or work for the $1.25 minimum Senate bill or the much milder minimum wage legislation endorsed by President Eisenhower which was contained in the Prouty amendment.

Who can do the job best?