The President's News Conference
02/16/1931
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A prime need today is the extension and liberalization of credit facilities to farmers and small businessmen.
There is now a patriotic opportunity for our citizens unitedly to join in this campaign against depression.
I am happy to say he has now expressed his willingness to serve.
I am convinced that citizens hoarding currency or money do not realize its serious effect on our country.