07/06/1949
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"In view of the significance and urgency of international health problems, I consider it important that the United States join the World Health Organization as soon as possible."
"Therefore, I hope that the suggested Joint Resolution may have the early consideration of Congress."
"I, Harry S. Truman,President of the United States of America, do hereby set apart the month of April 1947 as Cancer Control Month, and do invite the Governors of the several States and the Territories..."
"I am transmitting herewith for your consideration a suggested Joint Resolution providing for United States membership and participation in the World Health Organization."