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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

The date of the commencing of combatant activities in such area is hereby designated as June 27, 1950.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

For such time as this order remains in effect, to exercise by rule, regulation, or order, in such manner as he may deem necessary to meet the requirements of national security.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

The transportation of the immediate family of an employee shall be subject to those provisions of the Standardized Government Travel Regulations which relate to transportation, including mileage, and shall be in accordance with section 4…

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

The travel and transportation expenses allowable under these regulations, when authorized or approved by such subordinate official or officials as the head of the department concerned may designate, shall be paid in case of transfer from…

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

These regulations shall not apply to: (1) officers and employees transferred in accordance with the provisions of the Foreign Service Act of 1946; or (2) persons whose pay and allowances are established by the Career Compensation Act of…

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

Employees shall be required to submit the original bills of lading, or a certified copy thereof or if no bill of lading is available, other evidence showing point of origin, destination, and weight.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 19, 1950

The expenses of transportation authorized hereunder or reimbursement on a commuted basis within the continental United States shall be allowable whether the shipment originates at the employee's last official station or at some other point…

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

As commander in chief of the Allied forces in Europe, he has exactly the same position in Europe that MacArthur has in Asia.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

I don't think there is any wave of isolationism, outside of the Chicago Tribune and those papers.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

The Secretary of Labor shall prescribe appropriate regulations governing the activities and functions of the Council, and shall designate the Chairman thereof.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

The North Atlantic Treaty Nations have agreed on the defense organization for Europe and at their request I have designated you as Supreme Allied Commander, Europe.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

The authors of this suggestion claim that this would be good for the country.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

I send you my warmest personal good wishes for success in the great task which awaits you.

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Harry Truman
@harrytruman· Democratic · MO· Dec 18, 1950

The Council shall advise the Secretary of Labor with respect to the development and maintenance of adequate and effective safety organizations and programs in the several Federal departments and agencies and with respect to criteria…

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