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Herbert Hoover

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Herbert Clark Hoover was the 31st President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1929, to March 4, 1933. A member of the Republican Party, Hoover was born in Iowa but later moved to California. Before his presidency, he served as the Secretary of Commerce from 1921 to 1928, where he focused on promoting economic growth and efficiency. Hoover was also known for his humanitarian efforts during World War I, leading relief efforts in Europe and earning a reputation as a skilled administrator.

Quotes by year · 192919323,183 total · peak 1931 (1235)
1929: 765 quotes1930: 742 quotes1931: 1,235 quotes1932: 441 quotes
Apr 2, 1931

And in case that hardy perennial about Mr. [Andrew W.] Mellon turns up, you can be satisfied that that won't happen either.

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Apr 2, 1931

If you can think up some device by which we can stir public interest you might let me know.

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Apr 2, 1931

Messrs. [Ray Lyman] Wilbur, [William D.] Mitchell, and [Arthur M.] Hyde are not going to resign from the Cabinet.

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Mar 31, 1931

He so contributed to a cleanness and high purpose and sportsmanship in athletics that his passing is a national loss.

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Mar 31, 1931

I extend heartfelt sympathy to Your Excellency and the people of Nicaragua.

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Mar 31, 1931

Now, Therefore, I, Herbert Hoover, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the power in me vested by the said act of Congress approved February 14, 1931, do hereby proclaim and establish the Canyon De Chelly National…

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Mar 30, 1931

I have to announce that Mr. Castle will be the new Under Sectary of State.

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Mar 30, 1931

There will be no increases in taxes if the next Congress imposes no increases upon the budget or other expenditure proposals which the administration will present.

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