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On the recordJuly 19, 1931
ON THIS memorable anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Colombia, it gives me great pleasure to express to Your Excellency in the name of the Government and people of the United States most cordial wishes for the continued welfare of your great country.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

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Message to President Enrique Olaya on Colombia's Independence Day.

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