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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.

Mar 10, 1931

I am interested to learn of the III Olympic Winter Games to be held at Lake Placid in 1932.

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Mar 10, 1931

Under authority of the act of Congress approved June 4, 1897 (30 Stat. 34-36), and on the recommendation of the Secretary of Agriculture, it is hereby ordered that the tract of land in Alaska lying within the following described…

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Mar 10, 1931

The friendly rivalry of the athletes of the nations not only develops sportsmanship but also contributes to the advance of international good-will and fellowship.

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Mar 9, 1931

He has given much of his life to public service and has never refused a demand of the public interest.

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Mar 9, 1931

His abilities, his character, his devotion to the highest of purposes made him a great citizen.

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Mar 9, 1931

Mr. Cotton's passing is a great loss to the Government and to our country.

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Mar 8, 1931

I always had the highest admiration for the late Nathan Straus.

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Mar 7, 1931

I am asking the Secretary of Labor to cooperate with the various interested organizations to draft a plan for presentation to the next session of Congress which will avoid the difficulties presented by this bill.

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