FDR: “I think 94 or 95 percent is an objective that covers the working out of a great war.”

We must go on to do all in our power to conquer the doubts and the fears, the ignorance and the greed, which made this horror possible.

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.

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

All Federal agencies are directed to cooperate with the Secretary of the Interior to the fullest extent possible.