Woodrow Wilson actually said...

"Whereas, the existence of a state of war between the United States and the Imperial German Government makes it essential to the public safety that no communication of a character which would aid the e..."

"This order shall take effect from and after this date and shall be operative during the pending emergency or until further orders."

"To these Departments, respectively, is delegated the duty of preparing and enforcing rules and regulations under this order to accomplish the purpose mentioned"

"This order shall take effect from this date"