Apr 27, 1917
To these Departments, respectively, is delegated the duty of preparing and enforcing rules and regulations under this order to accomplish the purpose mentioned
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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Apr 17, 1917
The eligibles thus utilized may be certified and appointed in the order of their grades in the same manner as though they had passed the Federal examination, and shall be entitled to all the rights and privileges pertaining to persons…
Apr 17, 1917
The cooperation of state, county and municipal civil service commissions with the United States Civil Service Commission is desirable in the existing exigency in meeting the needs of the Federal Government for appointment in the civil…
Apr 17, 1917
The United States Civil Service Commission must be satisfied that the examinations by such state, county or municipal commissions conform to the requirements of competition prescribed by the United States Civil Service Act and Rules, and…
Apr 17, 1917
The United States Civil Service Commission is accordingly authorized in its discretion to adopt as its own any eligible register of any such commission, with the consent of such commission.
Apr 16, 1917
In view of the confidential nature of the work of the Council of National Defense and its importance to the Government in the crisis which has arisen, the Council is authorized to employ for the period of the war, without reference to the…
Apr 15, 1917
This is our opportunity to demonstrate the efficiency of a great Democracy.
Apr 15, 1917
We are fighting for what we believe and wish to be the rights of mankind and for the future peace and security of the world.
Apr 15, 1917
There is not a single selfish element, so far as I can see, in the cause we are fighting for.
Apr 15, 1917
The supreme need of our own nation and of the nations with whom we are co-operating is an abundance of supplies, and especially of food-stuffs.
Apr 15, 1917
The supreme test of the nation has come. We must all speak, act, and serve together!
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