The President's News Conference
07/31/1946
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Gentlemen, this is an historical occasion.
Both nations are dedicated to curing justice and liberty and to promoting the general welfare of their own citizens.
There is, happily, a long history of friendship between the Philippines and the United States.
I want to offer a toast to the President of the Philippine Republic, and to wish for the complete and entire success of that great Republic.