Harry Truman: “Well, rationing at the present time would not meet the emergency, because there isn't time to implement it, as I have…”

The people of the United States have a very great asset in this force.

The course of action you recommend has my approval.

The ultimate responsibility is mine in any event.

Mrs. Beth Campbell Short may be appointed to a permanent competitive position in the classified civil service of the United States without regard to the competitive provisions of the Civil Service Rules and Regulations.