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Herbert Hoover: “It is hereby ordered that the following described lands in the State of Nevada be, and they are hereby, withdrawn from…”

On the recordJuly 1, 1931
It is hereby ordered that the following described lands in the State of Nevada be, and they are hereby, withdrawn from settlement, location, sale, entry, and all forms of appropriation and held for the exclusive use and benefit of the United States Navy Department for development of and use as an ammunition depot, until this order is revoked by the President or by act of Congress
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Executive Order 5664—Withdrawal of Public Lands for Use as Naval Ammunition Depot, Nevada

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