Harry Truman: “I have repeatedly urged upon the Congress the necessity for a vigorous antimonopoly program.”

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

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 have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.