Herbert Hoover: “Every division of the Navy was gone over with great care at the conference this afternoon to ascertain the economies…”

There is another phase of the bill as passed which is disheartening.

I earnestly hope that this may be done.

I do so with the deepest regret because of the distinguished service you have rendered and the fine place you have been able to make for yourself in the Diplomatic Service.

I had the pleasure of his acquaintance and I shared the admiration he inspired in all who knew him by his joyous humanity and his unlimited interest in and devotion to the happiness and well-being of others.