Herbert Hoover: “Without a workable flexible provision we would require even more frequent congressional tariff revision than during the…”

You have always been a public spirited citizen, working for the best interests of your state and of the nation and I know that whether in diplomatic work or at home, you will continue to render valuable service.

I have the honor to transmit herewith for the consideration of Congress a supplemental estimate of appropriation for the Department of State for the fiscal year 1932, to remain available until June 30, 1933, amounting to $40,000, for an…

One never makes a statement like that.

I earnestly hope that this may be done.