Political Quotes

Harry Truman: I need not emphasize to you the importance of petroleum in the life of the Nation and the consequent necessity for…

On the recordMay 2, 1946
I need not emphasize to you the importance of petroleum in the life of the Nation and the consequent necessity for assuring the adequate and continuous availability of this vital resource.
Said by
Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

Editor's note · Context

Letter to Secretary Krug Concerning Termination of the Petroleum Administration for War.

Share

More from Harry Truman

Jan 16, 1953

Mrs. Beth Campbell Short may be appointed to a permanent competitive position in the classified civil service of the United States without regard to the competitive provisions of the Civil Service Rules and Regulations.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation