Herbert Hoover actually said...

The disabled veterans by their service to our country have earned its undying gratitude and I gladly share in the honors you are paying them.

Message to a Dinner Honoring Disabled Veterans.

02/17/1931

More Herbert Hoover Quotes

In a large sense we do not wish to be represented abroad in such manner.

We are glad of proof that the spirit of great adventure still lives.

I am expecting Mr. Byrd to fill your columns in the morning, so that I won't have to do anything for you today.

No, I haven't had a word. I am in hopes he will give you something to fill the papers with in the morning, successfully.