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On the recordNovember 30, 1947
Accordingly, I recommend that these provisions of law be extended until June 30, 1949.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Special Message to the Congress on Extending the Maritime Commission's Authority To Operate, Sell, and Charter Vessels.

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