Gerald Ford actually said...

This order shall take effect October 1, 1974.

By virtue of the authority vested in me by subchapter I of chapter 53 of title 5 of the United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:

George has given the Nation the benefit of his down-to-earth wisdom, his leadership, and his guidance in many, many areas.

The rates of monthly basic allowance for quarters authorized members of the uniformed services by pay grade are adjusted upwards as set fort...