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On the recordMay 14, 1931
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.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

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

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