02/27/1947
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"We can and we should provide a businesslike system of insurance to finance the restoration of such losses."
"At present, insurance against flood damage is virtually unobtainable from private insurance companies."
"I strongly believe that legislation along these lines is most urgently needed."
"I didn't send for you just to make a speech. I sent for you for action and, gentlemen, I want it."