Harry Truman actually said...

Many of the provisions of the enclosed Conventions and Recommendations fall short of standards already in effect in the American merchant ma...

At the same time, participation by the United States will necessitate relatively small change in the statutes or regulations of this Governm...

I commend you and your associates who have fought so earnestly against this dangerous legislation.

It is indicated by established practice that submission to the legislative body is essential to the full observance of the obligations of me...