In keeping with the Administration's policy of winding up the affairs of war agencies as quickly as possible after their emergency responsibilities have been discharged, I have acted upon your recommendation to terminate, effective May 8, the Petroleum Administration for War, which has so successfully completed its wartime assignment.
Letter to Secretary Krug Concerning Termination of the Petroleum Administration for War.
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