FDR: “It is true that a general upturn in business would undoubtedly help to keep many railroads from actual receivership.”

I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.

The work, my friends, is peace.

It is not really of any great importance.

Possession of any mine or mines taken under this order shall be terminated by the Secretary of the Interior as soon as he determines that such possession is no longer required for the successful prosecution of the war.