President Roosevelt Persists with Crop Control, Wages-Hours and Tax Reform Measures Washington, Jan. 3. [AOTIC conditions throughout the world which "have far reaching effects not only on their neighbours but on us" was made the basis of a plea for powerful national defence by President Roosevelt in his annual message to Congress.
The President personally delivered the message to: the cheer ing legislators.
He bowed to the thunderous ovation given him when he entered the House Chamber where the joint session was held.
Yells and whistles rose above the applause.
During his speech, Mr. Roosevelt was repeatedly interrupted by clamorous approval although he has not yet healed the breach within the New Deal and Democratic ranks.
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