03/30/2009
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"I am satisfied that the treaty contains adequate provision for the needs of the Chicago Drainage District and for navigation between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River."
"I am convinced that the building of the St. Lawrence Seaway will not injure the railroads or throw their employees out of work."
"I request the consideration of ratification by the Senate of the so-called St. Lawrence Treaty with Canada."
"I now recommend that the Emergency Farm Credit Act of 1933 be amended to provide responsibility by the Government for the payment of the principal of, as well as interest on, bonds issued."