07/06/1949
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"The major opportunity of our generation to increase the wealth of the Nation lies in the development of our great river systems."
"we must never forget that the conservation of our natural resources and their wise use are essential to our very existence as a Nation."
"A comprehensive program for flood control in the entire Mississippi River Basin is essential."
"We must never forget that the conservation of our natural resources and their wise use are essential to our very existence as a nation."