Herbert Hoover actually said...

"We join in his efforts in the same spirit."

"We do not wish, however, to have any misunderstanding of our actions and, therefore, we shall not lay these keels until there has been an opportunity for full consideration of their effect upon the fi..."

"Generally speaking, the British cruiser strength considerably exceeds American strength at the present time and the actual construction of these three cruisers would not be likely in themselves to pro..."

"The Prime Minister has stated clearly and unmistakably the principles on which he is acting."