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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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Oct 31, 1951

Executive Order No. 10099 of January 27, 1950, is hereby revoked.

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Oct 31, 1951

I am confident your continued service on the Commission will advance the public interest in the vital field of communications.

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Oct 31, 1951

I, Harry S. Truman, President of the United States of America, according to our treasured tradition, and in conformity with the joint resolution of Congress approved on December 26, 1941, designating the fourth Thursday of November in each…

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Oct 31, 1951

December 30, 1951, is hereby fixed as the date on which sections 502(a), 502(b)(2) and 504(b) of the Mutual Security Act of 1951 shall take effect.

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Oct 31, 1951

There are hereby excluded from the functions delegated by section 1(a) of this order:

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Oct 31, 1951

Let us all on that day, in our homes and in our places of worship, individually and in groups, render homage to Almighty God.

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Oct 31, 1951

Your outstanding record as a member of the Federal Communications Commission has earned wide public recognition.

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Oct 31, 1951

I regret that the Senate Judiciary Committee has not taken action on the confirmation of your appointment as a United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York.

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Oct 31, 1951

So much of the personnel, records, property, and unexpended balances of appropriations, allocations, and other funds of the Department of State as the Director of the Bureau of the Budget determines to relate to functions under the Mutual…

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Oct 31, 1951

I am mindful of the reason which you have advanced for declining a recess appointment, and I reluctantly defer to your wishes in the matter.

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Oct 31, 1951

Let us also, on the appointed day, seek divine aid in the quest for peace.

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Oct 31, 1951

Your service has provided an outstanding example of the contributions which the women of America have to offer the people of this country, particularly in these critical times.

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Oct 31, 1951

Let us recall the words of the Psalmist, 'O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good: for His mercy endureth forever.'

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Oct 30, 1951

She had a most pleasant visit in England, and I hope that we will be able to make you feel as happy as she was when she came back home from there.

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Oct 30, 1951

I am sincerely sorry that you can't go from one end of the country to the other as you did in Canada, and let everybody in the country have a chance to get acquainted with you, because Margaret tells me that whenever anyone becomes…

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Oct 30, 1951

It certainly is a very great pleasure for me as President of the United States to welcome you to the Capital of our country.

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Oct 30, 1951

The Bonneville Power Administration, which exercises functions having a direct and immediate connection with the national defense, is hereby designated, pursuant to subsection (a) of section 103 of the Act, as an agency coming within the…

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Oct 30, 1951

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Renegotiation Act of 1951 (Public Law 9, 82d Congress), hereinafter referred to as the Act, and as President of the United States, it is ordered as follows:

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Oct 30, 1951

The provisions of Part I of Executive Order No. 10210 of February 2, 1951, are hereby extended to the Department of the Interior.

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Oct 30, 1951

I think your visit will improve--if that is possible--the cordial relations that exist between our two great countries, and I hope that while you are here you will have a very enjoyable time.

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Oct 30, 1951

On behalf of the Government and the people of the United States, I bid you a most hearty welcome.

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Oct 30, 1951

I also had another very pleasant visit with the King on the Renown in Plymouth harbor, when I was on the way home from Potsdam.

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Oct 30, 1951

I hope while you are here that you will get a chance to see a great many of our people.

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Oct 30, 1951

In accordance with section 102 of the Act, the provisions of Title I of the Act shall be applicable to all contracts with the Bonneville Power Administration, and related subcontracts, to the extent of the amounts received or accrued on or…

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Oct 30, 1951

I was most happy to hear that the King had recovered so promptly, so that you could make this trip.

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