Harry Truman: “Once again I appeal to all Americans to sacrifice, so that others may live.”

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.

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.

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