The plan which promises the best and quickest results is that of a permanent commission authorized to coordinate the work of all the Government departments relating to waterways, and to frame and supervise the execution of a comprehensive plan.
Roosevelt proposes a permanent commission to oversee and coordinate waterway improvement efforts.
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