It would give us great pleasure if it were possible for us to be present, but other engagements will not permit.

We must ever continue that fight.

Freedom was won here by fortitude not by the flash of the sword.

The way to the Nation's greatness is the path of self-reliance, independence, and steadfastness in times of trial and stress.

After 2 years of fever and tumult in Washington, I assure you this is a gratifying occasion.

In these times, when a large number of segments of our population are seeking relief, that was indeed the greatest and most considerate relief ever extended to the President of the United States.

I have felt all evening that this club represents more than a comradeship.

I said that in these times of extra and heavy burdens, that I should defer that date in order that I might be prepared, under easier circumstances perhaps, to discuss public questions as my predecessors have done.

It is difficult for me to express, with my natural--I hope natural--modesty, that it gives one pleasure to see oneself presented in a better fashion than the normal snap photograph.

I am deeply honored by your courteous hospitality.

In these quiet halls, there is a restfulness and a feeling of security--an inspiration of faith in one's country.

Subject to valid rights, the above-described land shall be opened only to entry under the homestead or desert land laws by qualified ex-service men for whose service recognition is granted by said resolution

Executive Order No. 5258 of January 9, 1930, withdrawing certain lands in North Dakota for classification and in aid of legislation, be, and it is hereby, revoked

It is also hereby ordered that lot 7 of said sec. 8 be reserved and placed under the control of the Secretary of Commerce for lighthouse purposes.

PLEASE ACCEPT my sincere congratulations on this occasion of the anniversary of the Independence of our great sister Republic of Argentina.

It was emphasized that the economies are no wise at the expense of dismissals from the service or through reductions in salaries.

It is indeed fitting that such a Shrine should be adorned with memorials of their supreme sacrifice, and that our countrymen should resort there for remembrance.

I am deeply interested to learn of the dedication at St. Paul's Church, Hoboken, on Sunday May 24th, of a World War Shrine commemorating Hoboken as the Port of Embarkation and Debarkation and the place where so many of our soldier dead lay…