10/13/1936
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"for the greatest benefit of its citizens both present and future, and for the greatest benefit to the United States."
"the Congress should recognize now the problem in its entirety as it affects the people of the Missouri basin and their economic destiny and that of the United States."
"any appropriations to carry out any plan are and will be within the complete control of the Congress."
"this legislation will be helpful in the creation of employment and in the stimulation of industry, business, and agriculture throughout the areas involved."