Dec 18, 1951
I hereby exempt the said William E. Lee from compulsory retirement for age for an indefinite period of time not extending beyond the expiration of his present term of office as a member of the Interstate Commerce Commission:
Harry Truman
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Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from April 12, 1945, to January 20, 1953. A member of the Democratic Party, he assumed the presidency after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Truman is known for his decisive leadership during the final months of World War II, including the controversial decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which contributed to Japan's surrender. He also played a significant role in the early stages of the Cold War, implementing the Truman Doctrine to contain communism and establishing NATO.
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Dec 18, 1951
In my judgment, the public interest requires that the said person be exempted from such compulsory retirement as provided below:
Dec 17, 1951
We can only win in the present world struggle if we all work together.
Dec 17, 1951
You are to be commended for the attention you have given to this matter.
Dec 17, 1951
To put the matter bluntly, these regulations are designed to keep security information away from potential enemies and must not be used to cover up mistakes made by any official or employee of the Government.
Dec 17, 1951
I believe your letter should be made public as an example of the manner in which this problem has been dealt with in the past, and is now being dealt with, by the Government.
Dec 17, 1951
I think the policy you have set out with respect to the acceptance of gifts by employees is a wise one, and I believe that this is the correct policy for all of the Government.
Dec 16, 1951
No change, except by agreement shall be made by the Pan American World Airways, Inc., or its employees in the conditions out of which the said dispute arose.
Dec 16, 1951
We want to keep trying, because I really think we have barely scratched the surface.
Dec 16, 1951
In performing its functions under this order the board shall comply with the requirements of section 502 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended.
Dec 16, 1951
It is one of the great contributions to the air development of this country.
Dec 16, 1951
It is a pleasure to me to present this trophy, which I do every year, to the winners.
Dec 12, 1951
Now, Therefore, I, Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate Sunday, January 13, 1952, and each succeeding January 13 throughout the years, as Stephen Foster Memorial Day;
Dec 12, 1951
I call upon the people of the United States to observe such day with appropriate ceremonies, pilgrimages to the shrines of this beloved composer, and musical programs featuring his compositions.
Dec 11, 1951
Now, Therefore, I, Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, under and by virtue of the authority vested in me by the aforesaid title 17, do declare and proclaim:
Dec 11, 1951
It shall be understood that the term of copyright in any case is not and cannot be altered or affected by this proclamation, and that as provided by the aforesaid title 17, no liability shall attach under the said title for lawful uses…
Dec 9, 1951
I do hereby impose and proclaim a fee of 10 cents per pound but not more than 50 per centum ad valorem on any shelled almonds.
Dec 9, 1951
Every government department and agency shall give such aid and assistance to the Secretary of Defense, and shall render such cooperation with one another, as may be necessary to accomplish the purpose of this order.
Dec 9, 1951
WHEREAS it is necessary, in the interest of the national security and defense, that plans be prepared and implemented whereby government and non-government radio stations may be silenced or required to be operated in a manner consistent…
Dec 9, 1951
By virtue of the authority vested in me by section 618 of the Department of Defense Appropriation Act, 1952 (Public Law 179, 82d Congress), and section 103 of the Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1952 (Public Law 203, 82d Congress)…
Dec 9, 1951
The fee imposed by this proclamation shall be in addition to any other duty imposed on the importation of the articles subject to such fee.
Dec 9, 1951
By virtue of the authority vested in me by section 41 of the act entitled 'An Act to provide a civil government for Puerto Rico, and for other purposes', approved March 2, 1917, as amended by section 20 of the act entitled 'An Act to…
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