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On the recordJune 30, 1952
I strongly recommend, therefore, that the Congress promptly complete action on legislation to carry out the 1941 agreement for joint construction of the St. Lawrence seaway and power project.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Letter to the President of the Senate and to the Speaker of the House Regarding the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project.

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