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.
Dec 2, 1929
Our adherence to the International Court is, as now constituted, not the slightest step toward entry into the League of Nations.
Dec 2, 1929
I believe it will be clear to everyone that no controversy or question in which this country has or claims an interest can be passed on by the court without our consent at the time the question arises.
Dec 2, 1929
From a defense point of view our forces should be proportioned to national need and should, therefore, to some extent be modified by the prospects of peace, which were never brighter than to-day.
Dec 2, 1929
This being the day that you get 10 or 15 columns from me I do not believe I can adequately add anything to it, so we had better hold in reserve any news we have here until we run dry.
Dec 2, 1929
In a large sense we do not wish to be represented abroad in such manner.
Nov 28, 1929
I am expecting Mr. Byrd to fill your columns in the morning, so that I won't have to do anything for you today.
Nov 28, 1929
I know that I speak for the American people when I express their universal pleasure at your successful flight over the South Pole.
Nov 28, 1929
Our thoughts include also appreciation of your companions in flight and your colleagues, whose careful and devoted preparation has contributed to your great success.
Nov 28, 1929
No, I haven't had a word. I am in hopes he will give you something to fill the papers with in the morning, successfully.
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