Harry Truman actually said...

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...

In my opinion, the Congress should enact these recommendations into law irrespective of what the final decision may be as to further pay inc...

I desire to express my deep appreciation of the splendid service they have rendered during the very difficult transition from war to peace.