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Hoover Mentioned in Arms Probe by Senate Inquiry
A Senate munitions inquiry in Washington cites former President Hoover in connection with a push by gun makers to modify the 1925 Geneva convention for controlling international shipments. Left to right: Pierre du Pont Irenee du Pont, Delaware munitions magnates, and their attorney Col. W. J. Donovan. Evidence shows Hoover then secretary of commerce assembled arms makers to hear their views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Washington
Hoover
Pierre du Pont
Irenee du Pont
Delaware
Col. W. J. Donovan
Secretary of Commerce