Feb 5, 1931
The Constitution provides that the President shall first nominate and then, with the advice and consent of the Senate, make the appointment.
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.
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Feb 5, 1931
I send to you and the France-America Society my cordial greetings and good wishes.
Feb 5, 1931
The celebration of the anniversary of the signing of the treaties with France at Paris on February 6, 1778 is a valuable manifestation of an historic friendship and helps keep alive the feelings of international understanding and good will…
Feb 5, 1931
In the making of a nomination to fill the existing vacancy, I shall be glad to receive any suggestions which you may care to submit and suggest that you present to me eight or ten names of men whom you think would make fit appointees for…
Feb 5, 1931
My conception of my responsibilities does not, however, permit of my placing the appointment of judges on this basis.
Feb 5, 1931
The initiative of making the nomination is clearly with the President.
Feb 5, 1931
I have borne in mind your long continued and earnest representations as to this appointment.
Feb 5, 1931
The Department of Justice, after careful investigation, as early as last June indicated its disapproval of Mr. Michel for this position.
Feb 5, 1931
No question of corporate influence or personal popularity does or should enter into this question.
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