Herbert Hoover actually said...

"It should be understood that the unprecedented drive now in progress for new legislation and for expansion of established services which increase expenditure beyond the budget, only in a small percent..."

"The thought behind the plan of having the school building constructed entirely by the mountaineers was that the men would gain an experience which would enable them to make their own homes more comfor..."

"Financed by President Hoover and a few of his friends and built by the men of the mountains under the direction of a trained constructor."

"The need for good men in Government does not grow less and in the hands of inspiring teachers the work of this school should leave a lasting impression upon the lives of promising young men at the cri..."