Harry Truman: “It hasn't reached me yet, and I will not keep you in suspense.”

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

The decoration established by this order shall be awarded by the President of the United States or, under regulations approved by him, by such person or persons as he may designate.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.