Coal must be gotten out of the ground.
Harry Truman: “Coal must be gotten out of the ground.”
On the recordMay 15, 1946
Source
presidency.ucsb.eduEditor's note · Context
The President's Special News Conference on the Coal Strike
Share
More from Harry Truman
Jan 18, 1953
They should be strong enough to see that unified multiple-purpose development is planned for, and works operated harmoniously in each basin-wide comprehensive system.
Jan 18, 1953
There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.
Jan 16, 1953
I hereby direct all departments and agencies of the Government to cooperate with the Secretary of State in the execution of his authority under this proclamation and any subsequent proclamation, rule, regulation, or order issued in…
Jan 18, 1953
We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.





