Oct 11, 1917
I hereby revoke the Executive order of August 21, 1917, creating the Exports Administrative Board.
Woodrow Wilson
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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, serving from 1913 to 1921. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Virginia and raised in Georgia before moving to New Jersey, where he became a prominent political figure. Wilson was a key leader of the Progressive Movement, advocating for reforms such as antitrust legislation and the establishment of the Federal Reserve System. His presidency is also noted for significant events such as the United States' involvement in World War I and his efforts to promote the League of Nations, an international organization aimed at preventing future conflicts.
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Oct 11, 1917
I further authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to grant a license under such terms and conditions as are not inconsistent with law or to withhold or refuse the same to any 'enemy' or 'ally of enemy.'
Oct 11, 1917
I further hereby vest in the Federal Trade Commission the power and authority to issue licenses.
Oct 11, 1917
I hereby vest in the Secretary of State the executive administration of the provisions of subsection (b).
Oct 11, 1917
I hereby vest in the Postmaster General the executive administration of all the provisions.
Oct 11, 1917
I further hereby vest in said War Trade Board the power and authority to issue, under such terms and conditions as are not inconsistent with law, or to withhold or refuse, licenses to trade either directly or indirectly with, to, or from…
Oct 11, 1917
I hereby vest in the Secretary of Commerce the power to review the refusal of any collector of customs.
Oct 8, 1917
by virtue of the power in me vested by the Act of Congress approved June fourth, eighteen hundred and ninety-seven
Oct 8, 1917
in my judgment it is proper and necessary, in the interest of equal opportunity and good administration
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