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Harry Truman: After March 31, 1947, moreover, it will be possible to dispense entirely with the use of the broad powers granted by…

On the recordJanuary 30, 1947
After March 31, 1947, moreover, it will be possible to dispense entirely with the use of the broad powers granted by Title III of the Second War Powers Act.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Special Message to the Congress on Extension of the Second War Powers Act.

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