Harry Truman: “By virtue of the authority vested in me by sections 1 of the act of March 3, 1925, 43 Stat. 1212, it is hereby ordered…”

It is my fervent hope as I leave the Office of the Presidency that recent reckless attacks which can destroy that great asset will subside and that we will continue to go forward in creating a skilled corps of men and women with a public…

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

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.