10/11/1949
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"The accomplishment of this objective is one of the most important tasks with which we are confronted."
"Executive Order No. 9 of January 17, 1873, as amended, prohibiting with certain exceptions Federal officers and employees from holding state, territorial, county, municipal, or other local offices, is..."
"WHEREAS such vessels and craft are in excess of the naval needs of the United States;"
"WHEREAS the Republic of China has requested the United States to transfer to it certain specified naval vessels, craft, and floating drydocks, and to furnish it certain technical advice and assistance..."