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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.

Jan 9, 1930

THE PRESIDENT. It seems a sad thing to bring you all here from really a good day, but I haven't a thing on my mind.

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Jan 9, 1930

The commission shall study and recommend to the President, forwarding copies of its report to each of the appropriate Secretaries, affairs which should be transferred to Alaska for administration; and the commission will secondly recommend…

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Jan 9, 1930

The White House has no interest in the question, which is one of parliamentary procedure, and desires only expedition of legislation and will adapt itself entirely to the wishes of the House leaders in any methods they adopt for early…

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Jan 9, 1930

Our publicity news does not seem to break in so well with these conferences, so you will have to wait for another time.

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Jan 9, 1930

Pursuant to the provisions of the act of February 10, 1927, entitled 'An act authorizing the designation of an ex officio commissioner for Alaska for each of the executive departments of the United States, and for other purposes,' and for…

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Jan 9, 1930

Mrs. Mary Bernadine Partridge may be appointed to a clerical position in the Bureau of Prohibition without compliance with the Civil Service Rules.

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Jan 8, 1930

MRS. HOOVER joins me in extending deepest sympathy to you and your children in the passing of Mr. Bok.

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Jan 8, 1930

The Nation has lost a most distinguished and useful citizen whose life must ever be an inspiration to its youth.

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Jan 6, 1930

The American delegation, as you know, is not only a strong one, but composed of men who understand the problem.

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Jan 6, 1930

I am sure the whole Nation bids Godspeed to the American delegation that leaves tomorrow for the London Naval Conference.

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