Harry Truman actually said...

I invite the people of the United States, on or near that date, to observe the event with appropriate ceremonies in schools, colleges, and civic organizations

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Proclamation 2701—One Hundred and Fiftieth Anniversary of Washington's Farewell Address

09/05/1946

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