The Supreme Court of the United States has said that the Secretary of the Interior had administrative jurisdiction to determine the rights of these Indians to that interest fund and that his decision was not contrary to the provisions of…

I am not in favor of legislation designed to have the courts again review that decision and assume such administrative jurisdiction.

The noble and disinterested public services of Haym Salomon deserve the undying gratitude of all Americans.

It is indeed fitting that these services should be commemorated with an enduring monument that will remind us ever of his patriotism and self-sacrifice.

It thus appears that it is unnecessary to amend the Act of May 14, 1926, to bring in as parties plaintiff those Indians who have severed their tribal relations as their claim for a distributive share of this interest fund has been…

I always feel like apologizing when you all come here and I haven't anything to tell you, but that is the case today.

The aid of his financial genius and his wealth was of critical importance in the Revolutionary struggle which created us a Nation.

I do not feel that it would be just or proper for me to approve a bill selecting a particular individual for exception from that general provision.

For these reasons, I do not feel that I can approve this legislation.

In response to Senate Resolution 386 of January 5, 1931, I transmit herewith a report by the Secretary of State inclosing a memorandum and copies of documents referred to therein.

It is always a loss to lose men of such character and distinction from the Government service.

I will be ready to act on the bonus bill about the middle of next week.

The need for an additional United States Judge in Minnesota is pressing.

He has found it is necessary to return to New York to practice law and becomes one of the principal partners in one of the leading firms.

It would be a misfortune if Minnesota should not have the advantage of the establishment of this Court during the present session of Congress.

I consider it desirable in the interest of the people of Minnesota that the man appointed shall not only have had judicial experience, but shall be entirely free from any private connections which might be challenged.

It is extremely desirable that a new District Judge for the State of Minnesota should be appointed and confirmed at the present session of Congress.

I DEEPLY sympathize with the steadfast campaign of American organizations working to bring about international agreements for limiting the manufacture of narcotic drugs and to energize the police power of the several states of this Union…