Harry Truman actually said...

I suggested that that be done, and I think it will be done before this Congress adjourns.

I will tell you what I will do with it when it comes before me in the form of a bill.

I also request the newspapers, radio stations, and all other media of information to join in the observance of Memorial Day, 1949, as a day ...

Doesn't make any difference how long it will take.