I urge the enactment of a civil service law so explicit and so strong that no partisan official will dare evade it, basing all rewards, promotions and salaries solely on merit, on loyalty and industry in the public service.
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Nationality: American Type: Politician Born: July 14, 1865 Death: December 19, 1951 |
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