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On the recordAugust 12, 1929
In order that we may have an exhaustive investigation with a view to final determination which I hope will be acceptable to all parties, I have consulted the Secretary of War and the Secretary of the Navy as well as Mr. Meek, the representative of Governor Young.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

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Statement on California Water Resources and the San Francisco Bay Bridge.

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