Herbert Hoover actually said...

Leave of absence is granted, within statutory limitations, at the discretion of the President, acting through the Secretary of State.

Executive Order 5642—Administration of the Foreign Service

06/07/1931

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She has made recommendations with regard to arrangements in the Government which have been adopted.

She has shown the utmost devotion and great ability.

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I do pray for the success of your endeavors, for by such success you will have performed one of the greatest services to our generation.