Herbert Hoover: “The best contribution of government lies in encouragement of this voluntary cooperation in the community.”

You have always been a public spirited citizen, working for the best interests of your state and of the nation and I know that whether in diplomatic work or at home, you will continue to render valuable service.

I propose that the arms of the world should be reduced by nearly one-third.

Any study of many of these public works provisions will indicate plainly their pork-barrel characteristics.

I do so with the deepest regret because of the distinguished service you have rendered and the fine place you have been able to make for yourself in the Diplomatic Service.