Herbert Hoover actually said...

The details of this estimate, the necessity therefor, and the reasons for its submission at this time are set forth in the letter of the Dir...

I have the honor to transmit herewith for the consideration of Congress a supplemental estimate of appropriation for the War Department for ...

I would like to add my congratulations for your own service and my confidence in Mr. Bassett, who will now succeed you

Yes, and just between ourselves that holiday is no certainty.