Harry Truman: “We appreciate very much his being here today.”

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

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…

They should be strong enough to see that unified multiple-purpose development is planned for, and works operated harmoniously in each basin-wide comprehensive system.

The experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.