Harry Truman: “Now, Therefore, I, Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, under and by virtue of authority vested…”

The experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.

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 believe that the report is of great value.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.