Harry Truman: “If they request me for suggestions, I will be glad to make them.”

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

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.