William Taft actually said...

In the determination of the final rating, the written and oral ratings shall be of equal weight.

Vacancies in secretaryships of higher classes shall be filled by promotion from the lower grades of the service, based upon efficiency and a...

Neither in the designation for examination or certification or appointment after examination will the political affiliations of the candidat...

The examinations shall be both oral and in writing and shall include the following subjects:—international law, diplomatic usage, and a know...