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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 6, 1930

The conclusion reached by the Secretary of State has my approval, and I recommend that the Congress authorize an appropriation of $530 to be paid to the French Company of Marine and Commerce.

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Jan 6, 1930

I hope that the people of our country will cooperate in the progress of the Conference by patience, encouragement, and freedom from criticism.

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Jan 5, 1930

I recommend that, as an act of grace and without reference to the question of the legal liability of the United States, an appropriation in the amount of $500 be made to effect settlement of this claim in accordance with the recommendation…

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Jan 3, 1930

I also desire to reciprocate all Your Majesty's good wishes for the new year.

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Jan 3, 1930

The resolve to advance world peace by mutual good will and by the limitation of naval armaments is the earnest purpose of the British and the American peoples and of their governments and it is my hope, as it will be the endeavor of the…

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Jan 3, 1930

I am happy to receive Your Majesty's message of new year wishes.

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Jan 2, 1930

Not more than $4 for any one calendar day will be allowed to any one man under the provisions of this order.

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Jan 2, 1930

I shall appoint someone from the Intermountain States to the vacancy.

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Jan 2, 1930

I regret to say that Commissioner [Johnston B. J. Campbell] has resigned.

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Jan 2, 1930

At the request of Mr. Jones, of Tennessee, I shall withdraw his name, as upon reconsideration he has concluded that he does not wish to accept the appointment.

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