Political Quotes

On the recordApril 6, 1931
I am deeply interested in your efforts to finance the continuance of these labors through the private generosity of the people of Philadelphia, and I shall hope that you may meet with the most generous response.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Message to the Salvation Army in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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