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Shelly, Mary J. (Mary Josephine), 1902-1976

President Truman's Remarks at a ceremony Marking the issuance of the "Women in the Armed Services" commemorative stamp at the White House rose garden

President Harry S. Truman's Remarks at a ceremony Marking the issuance of the "Women in the Armed Services" commemorative postal stamp at the White House rose garden. Secretary of Defense Robert A. Lovett makes opening remarks and introduces the Postmaster General of the United States, Jesse M. Donaldson. General Donaldson presents President Truman with the stamps. President Truman's speech begins around 4:00. He presents stamps to Col Mary A. Halloren (WACs), Capt. Joy B. Hancock (Navy), Col. Katherine A. Towle (Marines), Col. Mary J. Shelly (WAF), Col.