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Herbert Hoover: “It would give us great pleasure if it were possible for us to be present, but other engagements will not permit.”

On the recordMay 29, 1931
It would give us great pleasure if it were possible for us to be present, but other engagements will not permit.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

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Message on the 75th Anniversary of Berea College.

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