Herbert Hoover actually said...

"The award of the Gold Medal of the Mining and Metallurgical Society of America to Mr. Cornelius F. Kelley is a deserved tribute to his outstanding achievements in the mining profession."

"His life of usefulness has contributed in high degree to the stabilization of mining in the United States and has helped bring about its public recognition as a dependable industry."

"Detroit is fortunate it is to be the point where the Nation pays its tribute to Thomas A. Edison, and I wish to thank you again for your cordiality and the courtesy of your welcome."

"I do appreciate the generosity and courtesy of your welcome."