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President Eisenhower vetoed 181 bills, of which 73 were regular vetoes and 108 were pocket vetoes. Two were overridden (Item Nos. 2167,2189).

Eighty-third Congress, First Session Regular Vetoes

2021 s. 152. For the relief of Fred P. Hines. Vetoed July 20, 1953. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 62. (99 Cong. Ree. 9230). Veto unchallenged.

2022 S. 484. For the relief' of J. Don Alexander. Vetoed eJune 15, 1953'. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 51. (99 Cong. Rec. 6510). Veto u n c h a l l ~ ~ ~ e d ~

2023 K.R. 1334. For the relief of Helmuth Wolf Gsuhl. Vetoed June 15, 1953. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee otl the Stadieiary, and printed as H.R. Doc. Nu. 177. (99 Cocg. Hec. 6567). Vefo U ~ C ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Q ~ ~ .

2024 W.R. 3089. To permit certain improvements to property in the District of Columbia. Vetoed July 29, 1953. The veto message was laid be€ore the House, referred to the Committee on the District of ~ o ~ t i m b ~ a , and printed as H.R. Doc. No.

Veto unchallenged. 216. (99 Cong. Rec. 10423).

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s. 754.

For the relief of Ethel Hudson Morrison. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on July 29, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 10226,11102).

s. 953. For the relief of Mary Thaila Womack Webb. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on July 29, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 11103).

H.R. 154. To provide that the tax on admissions shall not apply to moving-picture admissions. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on July 27, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 10049, 11161).

H.R. 1460. For the relief of Harold Joe Davis. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on August 4, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 11158, 11162).

H.R. 2158. For the relief of Colonel Harry F. Cunningham. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on August 4, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 11158, 11162).

H.R. 2750. For the relief of the city and county of Denver, Colo- rado. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 83d Congress had adjourned sine die on August 3, 1953. The bill was presented to the President on August 4, 1953. (99 Cong. Rec. 11158, 11162).

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s. 153. For the relief of Wilhelm Engelhert. Tr,toed March 17, 1954. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 106. (100 Cong. Rec. 3380,3381)- Veto unchallenged

S. 502. For the relief of Mrs. Marg~reth Weigand. vetoed Xurch IZ 1954. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 105 (100 Cong. Rec. 3381). Veto unchallenged,

S. 987. To authorize the coinage of 5O-cent pieces in corn- memoration of the tricentennial celebration of the founding of the city of Northhampton, Massachu- setts. Vetoed February 3, 1954. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doc. No. 93. (100 Cong. Rec. 1215, 1216). Veto unckultenged.

S . 1613. To regulate election of delegates of the District of Co- lumbia to national political conventions. Vetoed August 20, 1954. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the District of Columbia, and printed as S. Doc. No. 155. (100 Cong. Rec. 15389). Veto unchallenged.

S. 2474. To authorize coinage of 50-cent pieces to commemo- rate the tricentennial of the founding of the City of New York. Vetoed February 3, 1954. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doc. No. 94. (100 Cong. Rec. 1216). Veto ~ n e h ~ ~ l e n g ~ ~

H.R. 395. To adjudicate claims for certain employees of the Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice.

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H.R. 898. For the relief of Mrs. Rose Kaczmarczyk. Vetoed June 14, 1954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 431. (100 Cong. Rec. 8172, 8173). Veto unchallenged.

H.R. 1026. To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide medical, surgical, and dental treatment and hospital- ization for certain officers and employees of the former Lighthouse Service. Vetoed June 8, 1954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 429. (100 Cong. Itec. 7878). Veto u n c h u ~ l e n g ~ ~

H.R. 1128. For the relief of Jake Alexander. Vetoed June 29, 1*954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Inte- rior and Insular Affairs, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 457. (100 Cong. Rec. 9179). Veto une~allenged

H.R. 1917. To authorize the coinage of 50-cent pieces to com- memorate the sesquicentennial of the Louisiana Pur- chase. Vetoed February 3, 1954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Banking and Currency, and printed as H.R. Doe. No. 319. (100 Cong. Rec. 1270). Veto unchallenged.

H.R. 3109. For the relief of Theodore W. Carlson. Vetoed June C 1954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 426. (100 Cong. Rec. 7747, 7748). Veto unchallenged.

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414 Dwight D. Eisenhower H.R. 3350. For the relief of Ralston Edward Harry. Vetoed July 3, 195.4. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judici- ary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 462. (100 Cong. Rec. 9774, 9775). Veto unchallenged.

H.R. 3733. For the relief of Mrs. Anna Holder. Vetoed ~ e b r ~ ~ ~ 2$ 2954. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 335. (100 Cong. Rec. 2148). Veto u n c ~ a ~ f e ~ ~ e ~ ~

H.R. 4532. For the relief of Mrs. Ann Elizabeth Caulk. Vetoed June 7, 195.4. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the ~ m m i t t e e on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 42'1. (100 Cong. Rec. 7748). Veto ~ n c ~ a l ~ ~ n g e ~

H.R. 5185.

For the relief of Klyce Motors, Incorporated. Vetoed August 2, 195.4. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as R.R. Doc. No. 484. (100 Cong. Rec. 13101, 13102). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 6452.

For the relief of Mrs. Josette L. St. Marie, Vetoed June 1.4, 195.4. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 432. (100 Cong. Rec. 8112). Veto unchallenged.

H.R. 7512. To provide for the conveyance of the federally owned lands which are situated within Camp Blanding Mili- tary Reservation, Florida, to the Armory Board, State of Florida, in order to consolidate ownership and perpetuate the availability of Camp Blanding for military training and use. Vetoed Ma.y 25, 195.4. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on

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s. 45. For the relief of Mrs. Merle Cappeller Weyel. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15361, 15841)-

S. 46. For the relief of E.S. Berney. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15841, 15842).

S. 154.

For the rel'ief of George Pantelas. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 17, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 14707, 15839).

S. 417. To adjudicate claims at Elephant Butte Dam on the Rio Grande. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate' recess from August 20, 1954 unt.il November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15361, 15842).

s. 820. For the relief of Carlos M. Cochran. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15361, 15839).

S. 906. To establish finality of contract between the Govern- ment and common carriers, subject to the Interstate Commerce Act.

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S. 1687. For the relief of T.C, Elliott. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8. 1954. The bill was mesented to the President on August 21, 1954. (100 dong. Rec. 15836,15843).

S. 1706. To provide for taxation by the State of Wyoming of certain property in Grand Teton National Park. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 836 Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 1'7, 1954. (100 dong. Rec. 14707,15839).

S. 2033. To require labeling of fore~gn-produced trout. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954, The bill was presented to the President on August 21, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15836,15843,15844).

S. 2083. For the relief of Lawrence F. Kramer. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was Dresented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 cong. Rec. 15361, 15840).

s. 2801. For the relief of Graphic Arts Corporation of Ohio. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15361, 15840, 15841).

S. 3064. For the relief of the estate of Mary Beaton Din- ninger, deceased.

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S. 3304. To adjudicate the claim of the Cuban-American Sugar Company. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 83d Congress during a Senate recess from August 20, 1954 until November 8, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15842, 15843).

H.R. 692, For the relief of Nina Makeef, also known as Nina Berberova. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 12, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 14683, 15565).

H.R. 951. For the relief of H. Kempner Trust Association. Pocket veto occurred after the House adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15560, 15568, 15569).

H.R. 1665. For the relief of Carl and W.J. Piowaty. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15568).

H.R. 2236. To provide €or a metropolitan Washington Commis- sion on area problems of the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong, Rec. 15567).

H.R. 2881. For the relief of Mrs. Rosaline Spagnola. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to

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H.R. 3300. To authorize the State of Illinois and the Sanitary District of Chicago, under the direction of the Secre- tary of the Army, to help control the lake level of Lake Michigan by diverting water from Lake Michi- gan into the Illinois waterway. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15,560, 15569).

H.R. 3516. For the relief of Anna K. ~ ~ u i l k i ~ . Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15557, 15666, 15567).

H.R. 6253. To amend Public Law 410, 78th Congress with regard to compensation for overtime, Sunday, and holiday work of employees of the United States Public Health Service, Foreign Q u a r a n t ~ ~ e Division. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 17, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 14906, 7 5566).

H.R. 6529. For the relief of Raleigh Hill. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjsuriied sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 20, 1954. (100 Cong. Ref. 15558, 15568).

H.R. 7774. To establish a uniform system for the granting of in- centive awards to officers of the United States. Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 29, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15560,15565).

H.R. 9357. For the reiief of S.H. Prather et al. Pocket veto occurred after the House ).,ad adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bilf was presented to

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2072 H.R. 9728. To revise, codify, and enact into law, Title 21, United States Code, entitled “Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics” (Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act). Pocket veto occurred after the House had adjourned sine die on August 20, 1954. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1954. (100 Cong. Rec. 15560,15569, 15570).

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2073 S. 1. To increase the rates of basic compensation of offi- cers and employees in the field service of the Post Office Department. Vetoed May 19, 1955. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doc. No. 44. (101 Cong. Rec. 6620, 6621). The Senate s ~ t ~ ~ ~ d the veto on May 24, 1955 by a vote of 54 yeas to 39 nays. (101 Cong. Rec, 6889). Veto sustained.

2074 S. 143. For the relief of Kurt Glaser. Vetoed June 3, 1955. The veto message was laid before the Senate. referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 47. (101 Cong. Rec. 7605). Veto unchallenged.

2075 H.R. 5188. To prohibit publication by the Government of the United States of any prediction with respect to apple prices. Vetoed July 2, 1955. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 213. (101 Cong. Rec. 9811). Veto u n c ~ a l ~ e n g e ~

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2076 S. 204. For the relief of Fred P. Hines. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955.

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s. 1841. To amend the Civil Service Retirement Act of May 29, 1930 to provide for the inclusion in the computa- tion of accredited service of certain periods of service rendered States or i n s t r u ~ e n t a ~ i t ~ e ~ of States. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 5, 1955. (101 Cong, R x . 12966,12967).

S, 2171. To amend the Subversive Activities Control Act so as to provide upon the expiration of his term of office a member of the Board shall continue to serve until his successor shall have been appointed and shall have qualified. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 1, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 12533,12966).

H.R. 1393. For the relief of E.J. Albrecht Company. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 4, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 13078,13081).

H.R. 6232. To correct the military record of Stephen Swan Ogle tree. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 2, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 13076,13082).

H.R. 6373. To amend the Domestic Minerals Program Extension Act of 1953 in order to edend the programs to en- courage the discovery, development and production of certain domestic minerals. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill WEW presented to the President on August 5, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 13078, 13083).

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H.R. 6887. To extend for one year the application of section 108(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, relating to income of a railroad corporation from discharge of indebtedness. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 5, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 13079, 13082, 13083).

H.R. 7195. To provide for adjustments in the lands or interests therein acquired for reservoir projects in Texas, by the reconveyance of certain lands or interests therein to the former owners. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 2, 1955. The bill was presented to the President on August 5, 1955. (101 Cong. Rec. 13079,13083).

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S. 2152. For the relief of the estate of Susie Lee Spencer. Vetoed July 2, 1956. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judici- ary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 134. (102 Cong. Rec. 11552, 11553). Veto unchullenged

S. 2582. To confer j u ~ c t i o n upon the Court of Claims to hear, determine, and render judgment upon the claim of William E. Stone for disability retirement as a Reserve officer or Army of the United States officer under the provisions of the act of April 3, 1939, as amended. Vetoed July 2, 1956. The veto message was laid before the Senate. referred to the Committee on the Judici- ary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 135. (102 Cong. Rec. 11553). Veto unchallenged

S.J. Res. 135. For payment to the Crow Indian Tribe for the right- of-way for Yellowtail Dam and Reservoir, Hardin unit, Missouri River Basin project, Montana and Wy- oming. Vetoed June K 1956. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on Inte-

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H.R. 12. To amend the Agricultural Act of 1949, as amended, with respect to price supports for basic commodities and milk, and for other purposes. Vetoed April 16, 1956. The veto message was laid before the House, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 380. (102 Cong. Rec. 6358, 6359). The House sustained the veto on April 18, 1956 by a vote of 202 yeas to 211 nays. (102 Cong. Rec. 6541). Veto sustained

H.R. 1835. For the relief of the Board of Commissioners of Sedg- wick County, Kansas. Vetoed May 22, 1956. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 410. (102 Cong. Rec. 8755). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 1866. For the relief of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas V. Compton. Vetoed June 18, 1956. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 427. (102 Cong. Rec. 10595,10596). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 6421. For the relief of Roy Cowan and others. Vetoed April 9, 1956. The veto massage was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 370. (102 Cong. Rec. 5956, 5957). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 6645. To amend the Natural Gas Act, as amended. Vetoed February 15 1956. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 342. (102 Cong. Rec. 2897,2898). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 9893. To authorize certain construction at military installa- tions, and for other purposes.

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S. 277. For the relief of Jean Pfeifer. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 20, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 13719, 15151, 15152).

S. 1384. To provide for the reconveyance of all mineral inter- ests in lands acquired by the United States for cer- tain reservoir projects to former owners thereof, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 19, 1956. (102 Cong, Rec. 13526, 15151).

S. 2182. For the relief of the City of Elkins, West Virginia. Pocket veto Occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 23, 1956. (July 23, 1956, S . Jour., 599; see also 102 Cong. Rec. 15152).

S. 3338. Relating to rates charged for electric power and energy marketed by the Southwestern Power Admin- istration, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956, The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15149, 15152).

S. 3941. To provide for the validation of certain mining claims owned by Arthur W. Hyde, John H. Gossett, Clyne A, Bailey, and Manuel Silva, all of the State of New Mexico, and Thelma Arndt, Leon Keith, Lee E. Keith, Robert Arndt, Rose Greene, Ferne Cressy, Marjorie Lawson, and Frank Cressy, all of the State of Wyoming.

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H.R. 3210. To authorize the State of Illinois and the Sanitary District of Chicago, under the direction of the Secre- tary of the Army, to test on a %year basis, the effect of increasing the diversion of water from Lake Michi- gan into the Illinois Waterway, and for other pur- poses. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15300,15304).

H.R. 3963. For the relief of Ashot Mnatzakanian and Ophelia Mnatzakan~n . Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 84th Congress during a recess from March 29, 1956 until April 9,1956. The bill was presented to the President on March 22,1956, (102 Cong. Rec. 5696).

H.R. 4392. To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to pro- vide a special method of taxation for real estate in- vestment trusts. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15300,15304,15305).

H.R. 4993. To authorize the Board of ~ommiss ione~ of the Dis- trict of Columbia to permit certain improve men^ to business properties situated in the District of Colum- bia. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 20, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 13782,15304).

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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1939 and the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 with respect to for- eign tax credit for United Kingdom income tax paid with respect to royalties and other like amounts. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 30, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15300, 15305).

H.R. 10468.

Creating the City of Lawrenceburg Bridge Commis- sion, defining the authority, power, and duties of said Commission; and authorizing the Commission and its successors and assigns to construct, maintain, and o p erate a bridge across the Ohio River at or near Law- renceburg, Indiana, and Boone County, Kentucky, to purchase and operate a ferry at such location, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15301, 15306).

H.R. 10662.

Creating the City of Cannelton Bridge Commission, defining the authority, power, and duties of said Commission; and authorizing the Commission and its successors and assigns to construct, maintain, and op- erate a bridge across the Ohio River at or near Can- nelton, Indiana, and Haweville, Kentucky, to pur- chase and operate a ferry at such location, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15306).

H.R. 12080.

Authorizing the construction, repair, and preserva- tion of certain public works on rivers and harbors for navigation, flood control, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 84th Congress had adjourned sine die on July 27, 1956. The bill was presented to the President on July 31, 1956. (102 Cong. Rec. 15305).

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s. 1008. For the relief of Col. Benjamin Axelroad. Vetoed July 1, 1957. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judici- ary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 51. (103 Cong. Rec. 10680). Veto un~ha€lenge~

H.R. 1863. For the relief of Mrs, John William Brennan. Vetoed April 1Z 1957. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 154. (103 Cung. Rec. 5944). Veto u ~ ~ € l e ~ e ~

H.R 6961. For the relief of Walter H. Berry. Vetoed August 19, 1957. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 228. (103 Cong. Rec. 151.84, 15185). Veto uncha€len~e~

Pocket Vetoes

H.R. 1315. For the relief of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Page. Pocket veto occurred a&er the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 31,1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16782,16785).

H.R. 1419. For the relief of Mrs. Hannah Mae Powell. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 31, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16785).

H.R. 1591. For the relief of the Pacific Customs Brokerage Com- pany of Detroit, Michigan. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 28, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16369, 16785).

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For the relief of Philip Cooperman, Aron Shriro, and Samuel Stackman. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 28, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16786).

2114 H.R. 2224. To provide for the p a ~ e ~ t to the State of Washing- ton by the United States for the cost of replacing and relocating a portion of secondary highway of such State which was condemned and taken by the United States. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 22, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 15858, 16784).

2115 H.R. 2462. To adjust the rates of basic compensation of certain officers and employees of the Federal Government, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 28, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16545,16786).

2116 H.R. 2474. To increase the rates of basic compensation of offi- cers and employees in the field service of the Post Office Department. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 28, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16786).

2117 H.R. 2904. For the relief of the Knox Corporation of Thomson, Georgia. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 30, 1957. The bill was presented to the President on August 30, 1957. (103 Cong. Rec. 16781, 16786, 16787).

2118 H.R. 4602. To encourage new residential construction for veter- ans' housing in rural areas and small cities and towns by raising the maximum amount in which loans may be made from $10,000 to $12,500, to au- thorize advance financing commit men^, to extend

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Eighty-fifth Congress, Second Session Regular Vetoes

s. 497. Authorizing the construction, repair, and preserva- tion of certain public works on rivers and harbors for navigation, flood control, and for other purposes. Vetoed April 15, 1958. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on Public Works, and printed as S. Doc. No. 88. (104 Cong. Rec 6389, 6622). Veto unchallenged

S. 674.

For the relief of Cale P. Haun and Julia Fay Haun. Vetoed March 17', 1958. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 83. (104 Cong. Rec. 4510,4511). Veto unchallenged

s. 2110.

For the relief of Shirley Leeke Kilpatrick. Vetoed March 31, 1958. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 84. (104 Cong. Rec. 5773). Veto unchallenged

S . 2266.

To provide a method for regulating and fming wage rates for employees of the Portsmouth, New Hamp- shire, Naval Shipyard. Vetoed August 4, 1958. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and printed as S. Doc. No. 114. (104 Cong. Rec. 16009,16010). The Senate overrode the veto on August 12, 1958 by a vote of 69 yeas to 20 nays. (104 Cong. Rec. 17026). The House sustained the veto on August 13, 1958 by a vote of 202 yeas to 180 nays. (104 Cong. Rec. 17360, 17361). Veto sustained

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S. 3186. To extend for 1 year certain programs established under the Domestic Tungsten, Asbestos, Fluorspar, and Columbium-Tantalum Production and Purchase Act of 1956, Vetoed August 12, 1958. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on Inte- rior and Insular Affairs, and printed as S. Doc. No. 116. (104 Cong. Rec. 17056). Veto u n c ~ a l l e ~ g e ~

SJ. Res. 162, To stay temporarily any reduction in support prices or acreage allotments until Congress can make ap- propriate changes in the price-support and acreage allotment laws. Vetoed March 31, 2958. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doe. No, 85. (104 Cong. Rec. 5757-5759). Veto u ~ ~ a Z l e n g e ~

H.R. 1495. For the relief of Alfred Hanzal. Vetoed ~ e ~ ~ a ~ 20, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 340. (104 Cong. Rec, 2627). Veto u n ~ ~ l l e n g ~

H.R. 2647. For the relief of D.S. and Elizabeth Laney. Vetoed August 12, 2958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the ~ m m i t t e e on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doe. No. 434. (104 Cong. Rec. 17189). Veto u n c h ~ Z Z e ~

H.R. 2763. For the relief of Hong-to Dew. Vetoed June 4, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the ~ m m i t ~ on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 393. (104 Cong. Rec. 10197,10198). Veto ~nchallenge~

H.R. 4229. For the relief of Continental Hosiery Mills, Inc., of Henderson, North Caroiina, successor to Continental Hosiery Co., of Henderson, North Carolina.

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before the House, referred to the Commjttee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc, No. 428. (104 Cong. Rec. 15611,15612). Veto unchallenged

H.R 5904. For the relief of Thomson Contracting Co., Incorpo- rated. Vetoed August 18, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 438. (104 Cong. Rec. 18236). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 9196. To authorize the construction of a nuclear-powered ice-breaking vessel for operation by the United States Coast Guard, and for other purposes. Vetoed August 12, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Mer- chant Marine and Fisheries, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 435. (104 Cong. Rec. 17189). Veto u ~ h a l l e n ~ e d

H.R. 11574. Making appropriations for sundry independent exec- utive bureaus, boards, commissions, corporations, agencies, and offices, for the fiscal year ending June 30,1959, and for other purposes. Vetoed August 4, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Ap- propriations, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 429. (104 Cong. Rec. 16017). Veto u n c ~ l ~ e n g e d

H.R. 11581. To remove wheat for seeding purposes which has been treated with poisonous substances from the “unfit for human consumption’’ category for the pur- poses of section 22 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1933. Vetoed August 20, 1958. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Agri- culture, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 441. (104 Cong. Rec. 18806). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 12261. For the relief of Lucian Roach, doing business as the Riverside Lumber Company.

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S. 228. For the relief of the Chamberlain Water Company, of Chamberlain, South Dakota. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18029, 19587).

s. 489.

For the relief of Mary K. Ryan and William A. Boutwell. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19587).

S. 571.

For the relief of George P.E. Caesar, Jr. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 21,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18938,19587).

s. 3502. To amend the Federal Airport Act in order to extend the time for making grants under the provisions of such act, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 21,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18938, 19587).

S. 3683. To establish an effective program to alleviate condi- tions of substantial and persistent unemployment and underemployment in certain economically de- pressed areas. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19584, 19588).

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H.R. 1061. To amend Title 10, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Defense and the Secretaries of the military departments to settle certain claims for damage to, or loss of, property or personal injury or death, not cognizable under any other laws. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19723,19724).

H.R. 1339. For the relief of Malowney Real Estate Co., Incorpo- rated. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18377, 19719).

H.R. 1494. For the relief of the Southwest Research Institute. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19721).

H.R. 1695. For the relief of Harry N. Duff. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19721).

H.R. 1829. For the relief of the estate of Mrs. Frank C. Gregg. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 19,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18597,19720).

H.R. 3193. For the relief of Toley's Charter Boats, Inc., Toley Engelbretsen, and Harvey Holmar. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 26,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19721).

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H.R. 336%. To amend section 1870 of Title 28, United States Code, to authorize the district courts to allow addi- tional preemptory challenges in civil cases to multi- ple plaintiffs as well as multiple defendants. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19722).

H.R. 4073.

For the relief of Peter James O'Brien. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19722).

H.R. 6773.

For the relief of Bonifacio Santos. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18377, 19720).

H.R 7466.

To provide for the establishment of a facility of the Vicksburg National Military Park. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 14, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 17930, 19719).

H.R. 7499.

For the relief of the Cooper Tire & Rubber Company. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 22, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19264, 19722).

H.R. 8184.

For the relief of Mr. and Mrs. Robert 3. Hall. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 22,1958, (104 Cong. Rec. 19264,19722,19723).

H.R. 8759.

For the relief of W.G. Hollomon and Mrs. W.G. Hol- lomon.

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For the relief of Mr. and Mrs. John R. Hadnot. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16,1958. (I04 Cong. Rec. 18378,19720).

H.R 9765. For the relief of Mr. Marion S. Symrns. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 16,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18378,19720).

H.R 9950. For the relief of D.A. Whitaker and others. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 25, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19715,19723).

H.R 9993.

For the relief of Miss Mary M. Browne. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 18,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18378,19720).

H.R 10419.

For the relief of North Counties Hydro-Electric Com- PanY * Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 19, 1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 18597,19721).

H.R. 11156. For the relief of Dwcan Moore and his wife, Marjo- rie Moore. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 85th Congress had adjourned sine die on August 24, 1958. The bill was presented to the President on August 22,1958. (104 Cong. Rec. 19264,19723).

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2158 S. 57. To extend and amend laws relating to the provision and improvement of housing and the renewal of urban communities, and for other purposes (Housing Act of 1959). Vetoed July 7, 1959. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on Banking and Currency, and printed as S. Doc. No. 34. (105 Cong. Rec. 12788,12789). The Senate sustained the veto on August 12, 1959 by a vote of 55 yeas to 40 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 15609, 15610). Veto ~ u ~ ~ a ~ n ~

2159 S, 144. To amend R e o ~ a n ~ t i o n Plan No. 2 of 1953, relat- ing to the Rural Electrification Administration. Vetoed April 27, 1959. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doc. No. 25. (105 Cong. Rec. 6816). The Senate auerrade the veto on April 28, 1959 by a vote of 64 yeas to 29 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 6915, 6916). The House sustained the veto on April 30, 1959 by a vote of 280 yeas to 146 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 7200- 7207). Veto sustained.

2160 S. 611. For the relief of Harry H. Nakamura. Vetoed July 8, 1959. The veto message was laid before the Senate, referred to the Committee on the Judici- ary, and printed as S. Doc. No. 35. (105 Cong. Rec. 12980). Veto unchallenged

2161 S. 1901. To amend section 101(c) of the Agriculture Act of 1949 and the act of July 28, 1945, to stabilize and pro- tect the level of support for tobacco. Vetoed June 25, 1959. The veto message was laid before the Senate, and printed as S. Doc. No. 32. (105 Cong. Rec. 11950, 11951). Veto ~nchu€lenged.

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S. 2539. To extend and amend laws relating to the provision and improvement of housing and the renewal of urban communities, and for other purposes. Vetoed September 3, 1959. The veto message was laid before the Senate and minted as S. Doc. No. 52. (105 Cong. Rec. 18057). The Senate sustained the veto on September 4, by a vote of 58 yeas to 36 nays. (105 Cong. 18066). Veto sustained

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For the relief of Eber Brothers Wine and Liquor Corp., Rochester, New York. Vetoed September 1.4, 1959. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 228. (105 Cong. Rec. 19697). Veto unchallenged.

H.R. 6940. To amend the Mineral Leasing Act of 1920 in order to increase certain acreage limitations with respect to the State of Alaska. Vetoed August 18 1959. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the ~ m ~ i t t e e on Inte- rior and Insular Affairs, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 214. (105 Cong. Rec. 16037). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 7509.

Making appropriations for civil functions adminis- tered by the Department of the Army? certain agen- cies of the Department of the Interior, and the Ten- nessee Valley Authority, for the fiscal year ending June 30,1960, and for other purposes. Vetoed August 26, 1959. The veto message was laid before the House and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 222. (105 Cong. Rec. 17398). The House sustained the veto on September 2, 1959 by a vote of 274 yeas to 138 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 17752, 17753). Veto sustained

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Making appropriations for civil functions adminis- tered by the Department of the Army, certain agen- cies of the Department of the Interior, and the Ten- nessee Valley Authority, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1960, and for other purposes. Vetoed ~ ~ t e ~ ~ ~ 9, 1959. The veto message was laid before the House and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 226. (105 Cong. Rec. 18982). The House overrode the veto on September 10, 1959 by a vote of 280 yeas to 121 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 18983). The Senate overrode the veto on September 10, 1959 by a vote of 72 yeas to 23 nays. (105 Cong. Rec. 18926). Veto o u e ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ (13 Stat. 490; Public Law 86-254).

Pocket Vetoes

H.R. 1387.

For the relief of Mrs. Mary D’Agostino. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep tember 15,1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19750, 19754).

H.R. 1434.

For the relief of Mrs. Elba Haverstick Cash. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 15,1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19754,19755).

H.R 2068.

For the relief of Howard F. Knipp. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep tember 15, 1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19755).

H.R. 2631.

For the relief of the estate of Nathaniel H. Woods, deceased. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 14, 1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19748,19754).

H.R. 3096.

For the relief of Peony Park, Inc., and others.

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H.R. 3735. To increase the relief of retirement ~ m p e n ~ t i o n of certain former members of the Metropolitan Police force, the Fire Department of the District of Colum- bia, the U.S. Park Police force, the 'white House Police force, and the US. Secret Service; and of their widows, widowers, and children. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep tember 15, 1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19750,19755).

H.R. 6335. For the relief of Mrs. Lourene 0. Estes. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 14, 1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19749,19754).

H.R. 6596.

To encourage and stimulate the production and con- servation of coal in the United States through re- search and development by creating a Coal Research and Development Com~ission, and for other pur- Poses. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 3,1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 18023,19153).

H.R. 8277. For the relief of Harold William Abbott and others. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 15,1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19750,19155).

H.R. 8728. To amend the Federal Boating Act of 1958 to extend for an additional year the period when certain provi- sions of that act will take effect. Pocket veto occurred after the 1st session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 15, 1959. The bill was presented to the President on Sep tember 15,1959. (105 Cong. Rec. 19750,19753).

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2178 S. 722. To establish an effective program to alleviate condi- tions of substantial and persistent unemployment and underemployment in certain economically de- pressed areas (Area Redevelopment Bill). Vetoed May 13, 1960. The veto message was laid before the Senate and printed as S. Doc. No. 95. (106 Cong. Rec. 10302, 10303). The Senate sustained the veto on May 24, 1960 by a vote of 45 yeas to 39 nays. (106 Cong. Rec. 10894- 10924). Veto sustained.

2179 H.R. 1456. For the relief of Universal Trades, Incorporated. Vetoed May 14, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 389. (106 Cong. Rec. 10366). Veto unchallenged.

2180 H.R. 3610. To amend the Federal Water Pollution Act to in- crease grants for construction of sewage treatment works; to establish the Office of Water Pollution Con- trol, and for other purposes. Vetoed February 22, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 346. (106 Cong. Rec. 3257, 3258). The House sustained the veto on February 25, 1960 by a vote of 249 yeas to 157 nays (106 Cong. Rec. 3486). Veto sustained.

2181 H.R. 5150. For the relief of Our Lady of the Lake Church. Vetoed June 11, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 414. (106 Cong. Rec. 12455). Veto unchallenged

2182 H.R. 6023. For the relief of William J . Kaiser. Vetoed April 11, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 374. (106 Cong. Rec. 7899). Veto unchallenged

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H.R. 6779. To amend section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, relating to the unlimited deduction for chari- table contributions for certain individuals. Vetoed June 3, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 412. (106 Cong. Rec. 11822). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 7577. To amend Title 28, entitled “Judiciary and Judicial Procedure,” of the United States Code to provide for the defense of suits against Federal employees aris- ing out of their operation of motor vehicles in the scope of their employment, and for other purposes. Vetoed June 11, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 415. (106 Cong. Rec. 12455). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 7933. For the relief of Mrs. Virginia Bond. Vetoed April 11, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 375. (106 Cong. Rec. 7899, 7900). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 7947. Relating to the income tax treatment of nonrefund- able capital contributions to the Federal National Mortgage Association. Vetoed May 1-4, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 390. (106 Cong. Rec. 10366). Veto unchallenged

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H.R. 8417. For the relief of Grand Lodge of North Dakota, An- cient Free and Accepted Masons. Vetoed June 11, 1960. The veto message was laid before the House, referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 416. (106 Cong. Rec. 12455,12456). Veto unchallenged

H.R. 9883. To adjust the rates of basic compensation of certain officers and employees of the Federal Government, and for other purposes. Vetoed June 30, 2960. The veto message was laid before the House and printed as H.R. Doc. No. 442. (106 Cong. Rec. 15183, 15184). The House ouemde the veto on July 1,1960 by a vote of 345 yeas to 69 nays. (106 Cong. Rec. 15451, 15452). The Senate ouerrode the veto on July 1, 1960 by a vote of 74 yeas to 24 nays. (106 Cong. Rec. 15361, 15372). Yeto o u e ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ (74 Stat. 296; Public Law 86-568).

Pocket Vetoes

s. 19. To provide a method for regulating and fming wage rates for employees of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Naval Shipyard. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on June 30, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 15162, 15752).

S. 1508. To provide for economic regulation of the Alaska Railroad under the Interstate Commerce Act, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on June 27, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 14540, 15751, 15752).

H.R. 1516. For the relief of Juan D. Quintos, Jaime Hernandez, Delfm Buencamino, Soledad Gomez, Nieves G. Ar- gonza, Felididad G. Sarayba, Carmen Vda de Gomez, Perfecta B. Quintos, and Bienvenida San Agustin. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until

442 Dwight D. Eisenhower August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on June 25, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 14395, 15845).

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H.R. 2074. For the relief of Eric and Ida Mae Hjerpe. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 2,1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 19165,19168).

H.R. 4546. For the relief of Margaret P. Copin. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on July 5, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 15846, 15849).

H.R. 5054. To amend the Tariff Act of 1930 with respect to the marking of imported articles and containers. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on August 26, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 17941, 19167).

H.R. 6712. For the relief of Sam J. Buzmaca. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on June 25, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 14395, 15846).

H.R. 6767. For the relief of Raymond Baurkot. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on August 30,1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 18461,19168).

H.R. 7242.

To amend sections 1, 57j, 64a(5), 67b, 67c, and 70c of the Bankruptcy Act, with regard to statutory liens, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on August 29, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 18237, 19168).

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H.R 7618.

For the relief of H.P. Lambert Co., Inc. and South- eastern Drilling Corporation. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on Sep- tember 2, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 19165, 19168, 19169).

H.R. 8860. To stabilize the mining of lead and zinc by small do- mestic producers on public, Indian, and other lands, and for other purposes. Pocket veto occurred after the 2d session of the 86th Congress had adjourned sine die on September 1, 1960. The bill was presented to the President on August 23,1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 17386,19167).

H.R. 11545.

To amend the act of October 31, 1949, with respect to payment to Bernalillo County, New Mexico, for fur- nishing hospital care for certain Indians. Pocket veto occurred in the 2d session of the 86th Congress during a recess from July 3, 1960 until August 8, 1960. The bill was presented to the Presi- dent on July 7, 1960. (106 Cong. Rec. 15843, 15846).