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"NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS CABINET MEETING, FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 1949 GREEN THE PRESIDENT Told Cabinet about atomic explosion in Central Siberia. Scientists have concluded it is true. It occurred between August 18 and 21. Will issue statement for public today. WEBB This means that we are in a straight race with the Russi ans. MCGRATH Found yesterday that Judges of the Circuits want to delegate to Congress the authority which they have invested in themselves. They have considered asking Congress to authorize them to forbid picketing of Federal Courts. The A. G. is opposed to this method of handling. SNYDER Business is on the upgrade. All facets of our economy are show- improvement. V. P. Got thru the MAP appropriation yesterday. The Congressional record will be good. Has attended many conferences but the one in San Francisco was one of the most impressive and constructive that he has ever experi- enced.