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P.P.F. 72/13/5 w 1-H File con V 204671 February Springfield, 6, 1951. Ramsey Mo. Mr. Harry S. Truman, President of the United States, Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: It was with a great deal of disgust that I read the article in the newspapers telling of your ordering BEER to be substituted for "tea" at the parties for our boys who were wounded in Korea. Surely you are familiar with the evil effects of beer and other intoxicating drinks. You, as president of the United States, should set a decent example before the people of our beloved country, but it can't be done by encouraging people to drink. I am enclosing a "Commitment" card for your use. The card needs no explanation. If you will sign this card and then follow through you will be setting an example that others can safely follow. The problem of drink is one of the greatest problems in our country as you well know. How it can be endorsed by and indulged in by the President of the United States of America is beyond my comprehension, Sincerely, John John w.Vertz Vertz Rev. John W. Vertz. x