Herbert Hoover actually said...

"No, I haven't had a word. I am in hopes he will give you something to fill the papers with in the morning, successfully."

"Our thoughts include also appreciation of your companions in flight and your colleagues, whose careful and devoted preparation has contributed to your great success."

"I know that I speak for the American people when I express their universal pleasure at your successful flight over the South Pole."

"I am expecting Mr. Byrd to fill your columns in the morning, so that I won't have to do anything for you today."