Department of Defense Appropriations for 1961: Hearings, Eighty-sixth Congress, Second Session, on H.R. 11998

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Page 719 - Our programs conform to and support the overall planning objectives and policies which have been presented to you by the Secretary of the Navy and the Chief of Naval Operations.
Page 41 - There will be electrifying overtures and unheard of concessions. The capitalist countries, stupid and decadent, will rejoice to cooperate in their own destruction. They will leap at another chance to be friends. As soon as their guard is down, we shall smash them with our clenched fist.
Page 41 - War to the hilt between communism and capitalism is inevitable. Today, of course, (that is, in 1931) we are not strong enough to attack. Our time will come in 20 or 30 years. To win, we shall need the element of surprise. The bourgeoisie will have to be put to sleep. So we shall begin by launching the most spectacular peace movement on record. There will be electrifying...
Page 329 - to provide range support for Department of Defense and other designated Government agencies in guided missile, satellite and space vehicle research, development, evaluation, and training programs.
Page 231 - Labor such sums as may be necessary from time to time to carry out his functions under this chapter in connection with furnishing adjustment assistance to workers, which sums are authorized to be appropriated to remain available until expended. SEC. 338. DEFINITIONS. For purposes of this chapter— (1) The term "adversely affected employment...
Page 441 - To provide sufficient organizations in each State, so trained and equipped as to enable them to function efficiently at existing strength in protection of life and property and preservation of the peace, order, and public safety, under competent orders of the State authorities.
Page 195 - No contract or purchase on behalf of the United States shall be made, unless the same is authorized by law or is under an appropriation adequate to its...
Page 440 - In accordance with the traditional military policy of the United States, It is essential that the strength and organization of the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard as an Integral part of the first line defenses of the United States be maintained and assured at all times. Whenever Congress determines that more units and organizations are needed for the national security than are in the Regular components of the ground and Air Forces, the Army National Guard of the United States...
Page 286 - February 4, 1960. Hon. CARL HAYDEN, Chairman, Committee on Appropriations, US Senate. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN : This...
Page 581 - Mr. Chairman, this concludes my presentation. I appreciate the time and attention you have given me. I am ready to answer any questions you may have, and have with me the "Operation and maintenance" budget program directors to insure complete, accurate answers to your questions.

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