Harry Truman: “John Snyder's resignation has never been under contemplation.”

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.

That is his duty. That is his duty.

The experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Uniform Code of Military Justice, Article 140 I64 Stat. 107, 145); and as Commander in Chief of the armed forces of the United States, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Defense the…