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.
I was much gratified to hear that the Senate has unanimously confirmed Mr. Mellon's appointment to London.
I have already sent to the Senate Mr. Mills' name for Secretary of the Treasury and Mr. Ballantine's for Under Secretary.
I, therefore, request our citizens to enlist with us in the fight we are making on their behalf.
And it is hereby ordered, pursuant to Public Resolution 85 of June 12, 1930 (46 Stat. 580), that, subject to valid rights, the unreserved public lands in said township, if otherwise subject to disposition, shall be opened under the terms…
During the Great War our people gave their undivided energies to the national purpose.
It is hereby ordered that Executive Order No. 4882, dated May 16, 1928, which withdrew, among other lands, the public lands in T. 53 N., R. 63 W., sixth principal meridian, Wyoming, pending a resurvey, be, and the same is hereby, revoked…
The critical situation facing all countries in their international relations, the manifold economic and other problems demanding wise solution in our national interests call for experience and judgment of the highest order.
I have decided, therefore, to call upon one of our wisest and most experienced public servants to accept a position which will enable him after many years of distinguished public service at home to render equal service to his country in…
In order that we may have definite organization for this service, I am today calling upon the heads of the leading civic organizations to meet with me on Saturday next for the creation of a national organization to further this campaign.





