Herbert Hoover actually said...

The only reason I am moved to make these exceptions is that we should not deprive farmers and small industries of wood supply and should not create local unemployment by inconsiderate action.

Context

Message to the Secretary of Agriculture Requesting Restriction of Leases of the National Forests for Wood Production.

05/14/1931

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