Herbert Hoover actually said...

"Secretary Adams has worked out the changes in commands of the fleet in certain of the bureaus in the Navy."

"It may delay the construction work for a month or two, but it is believed by the Navy that it makes a more perfect ship."

"I have also a letter here from Mr. Sloan, who is the chairman of the Electrical Utilities Committee that we set up last December on construction work."

"We have succeeded in maintaining confidence and courage."