Herbert Hoover actually said...

"I am deeply grieved to learn of the death of your husband, who was my good friend and distinguished predecessor in the Department of Commerce."

"I send you my profound sympathy in your bereavement."

"His services to country were so varied and valuable as to earn the gratitude of the Nation and his character won him the high regard of a host of friends."

"This measure is an important step forward in that it sets an example through its recognition by the Federal Government of the principle that even the relatively small number of juveniles in the Federa..."