Herbert Hoover actually said...

"My dear Mr. Rothenberg: I am interested to know that a national conference has been called in New York on January 17th to plan for the continued maintenance in the Jewish homeland of those institution..."

"Your efforts hold universal significance to Jewry, even as the Jewish people have made a world contribution to spiritual advancement."

"Such activity is an important supplement to new construction and is also desirable as a measure to promote employment."

"I have been interested to learn of your plans for a Building Merchandise Exposition as part of a systematic effort to promote modernization and restoration of existing properties for business and resi..."