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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.

Jun 22, 1930

I wish for Your Excellency a pleasant voyage and prosperity manyfold in the administration of your high office, in which I am joined by Mrs. Hoover.

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Jun 19, 1930

upon what authorization of law, constitutional or statutory, expressed or implied, does the State Department base its right either to approve or disapprove investment securities offered for sale in the money markets of the United States by…

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Jun 19, 1930

Great explorers, therefore, do not merely add to the sum of human knowledge, but also they add immensely to the sum of human inspiration.

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Jun 19, 1930

Mrs. Mary R. Martin may be appointed to serve for one year as a check assorter, grade CAF-1, $1,260 per annum, or to some other minor clerical position in the General Accounting Office; but shall not by such appointment and service acquire…

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Jun 19, 1930

I sometimes think that this is the greatest value of modern explorers.

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Jun 19, 1930

I congratulate you, Admiral Byrd, upon your success, upon your safe return to your country and home and friends, upon your services and the lift you have given to the spirit of your countrymen.

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Jun 19, 1930

by what sanction of law, constitutional or statutory, does the State Department assume the right to direct the action of the Federal Reserve Board or banks with respect to their lawful powers concerning the business of banking in foreign…

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Jun 19, 1930

Pursuant to the provisions of the appropriation for 'Temporary Government for West Indian Islands,' as contained in the Naval Appropriation Act for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1931, approved June 11, 1930, it is directed that the sum…

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Jun 19, 1930

The store of the world's knowledge may not be priced in money, for money we make and spend, but knowledge remains always with the race.

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