Harry Truman: “We must carry forward the program of education to show our people the constant need for fire prevention in their homes…”

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

They should be strong enough to see that unified multiple-purpose development is planned for, and works operated harmoniously in each basin-wide comprehensive system.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.