The President's News Conference
07/06/1949
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This matter has been on my mind as I have watched the disposal of surplus property held by the War Assets Administration.
We should now give consideration to making a permanent arrangement for disaster relief.
I shall continue to see to it that the civil service system is constantly strengthened and that merit and efficiency are rewarded by advance...
I desire to express my deep appreciation of the splendid service they have rendered during the very difficult transition from war to peace.