Herbert Hoover actually said...

No appreciation I could express would even feebly represent the gratitude of the American people for your whole life of wonderful public service.

Letter Accepting the Resignation of Oliver Wendell Holmes as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.

01/11/1932

More Herbert Hoover Quotes

These occasions are a contribution to public life.

This is a period when the ideals and hopes which have made America the envy of the world are being tested.

Interest in boys and comradeship with them is a privilege to their elders and a guiding service to the boys.

The Better Homes movement has done distinguished service in this field and deserves the warmest support of all our people.