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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
Mar 25, 1931

I suppose we will spend $5 or $600,000 here in that direction.

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Mar 25, 1931

We have reduced expenses by doing away with the Governor at St. Johns.

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Mar 25, 1931

The Department of Agriculture has been looking for tropical plants to supplement our agricultural products.

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Mar 25, 1931

They are showing great courage and initiative in this rehabilitation.

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Mar 25, 1931

We need a transformation in the Department of Agriculture to have a number of tropical plants developed in Porto Rico which look very promising.

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Mar 25, 1931

Viewed from every point except remote naval contingencies, it was unfortunate that we ever acquired these islands.

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Mar 25, 1931

The work of Governor Roosevelt has uncovered many lines of development.

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Mar 25, 1931

consular officials, charged with the duty of issuing visas to intending immigrants, have carefully examined each applicant

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