Harry Truman: “This order shall become effective at the close of business on December 31, 1947.”

Members of the armed forces of the United States who are awarded the decoration established by this order are authorized to wear the medal and the ribbon symbolic of the award, as may be authorized by uniform regulations approved by the…

I believe that the report is of great value.

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 experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.