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Harry Truman: Now, Mr. President, on behalf of the Government and the people of the United States, I would like, while drinking a…

On the recordMay 17, 1949
Now, Mr. President, on behalf of the Government and the people of the United States, I would like, while drinking a toast to you here, to present to you a special medal--solid gold--which has been cast in your honor.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks and Toasts at a Dinner in Honor of President Dutra of Brazil

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