05/18/1947
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"I am sure no such restriction was intended by the Congress."
"For these reasons, therefore, I urge the Congress to repeal section 407 of this Act at its earliest opportunity."
"I cannot believe that it was the intent of the Congress to bring about this effect, or that the Congress will wish section 407 to stand in the way of immediate administrative action for transfer of pr..."
"This order shall become effective on February 1, 1951."