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Harry Truman: “We must continue to improve the production of food, for food is the fundamental basis of a high standard of living.”

On the recordJune 13, 1951
We must continue to improve the production of food, for food is the fundamental basis of a high standard of living.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks to the Delegates to the 21st National 4-H Club Camp.

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