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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.

Quotes by year · 192919323,183 total · peak 1931 (1235)
1929: 765 quotes1930: 742 quotes1931: 1,235 quotes1932: 441 quotes
May 29, 1931

Never was the lure of the rosy path to every panacea and of easy ways to imagined security more tempting.

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May 28, 1931

In these times, when a large number of segments of our population are seeking relief, that was indeed the greatest and most considerate relief ever extended to the President of the United States.

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May 28, 1931

I said that in these times of extra and heavy burdens, that I should defer that date in order that I might be prepared, under easier circumstances perhaps, to discuss public questions as my predecessors have done.

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May 28, 1931

I have felt all evening that this club represents more than a comradeship.

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May 28, 1931

In these quiet halls, there is a restfulness and a feeling of security--an inspiration of faith in one's country.

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May 28, 1931

It is difficult for me to express, with my natural--I hope natural--modesty, that it gives one pleasure to see oneself presented in a better fashion than the normal snap photograph.

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May 28, 1931

After 2 years of fever and tumult in Washington, I assure you this is a gratifying occasion.

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May 26, 1931

Subject to valid rights, the above-described land shall be opened only to entry under the homestead or desert land laws by qualified ex-service men for whose service recognition is granted by said resolution

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May 26, 1931

Executive Order No. 5258 of January 9, 1930, withdrawing certain lands in North Dakota for classification and in aid of legislation, be, and it is hereby, revoked

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May 24, 1931

It is also hereby ordered that lot 7 of said sec. 8 be reserved and placed under the control of the Secretary of Commerce for lighthouse purposes.

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