Herbert Hoover actually said...

"Detroit is fortunate it is to be the point where the Nation pays its tribute to Thomas A. Edison, and I wish to thank you again for your cordiality and the courtesy of your welcome."

"He has brought great benefactions to all of us, and it is but a small thing we may do to record the appreciation, esteem, and honor in which the Nation holds him."

"Mr. Edison has brought to our country great distinction throughout the world."

"There is no lack of warmth in the faces and hearts of the people of Detroit despite the action of the skies."