Washington, Nov. 23.
President Hoover to-day issued: request that governors of all states conduct a canvass of their state, county and municipal construction Programmes with a view to adding Strength to the general _economi> situation of the United States.
He likewise asked for definite information concerning the employment situation throughout the country This action is part of the general prosperity programme" upon which the Administration has embarked for the purpose of "ironing out" unemployment and stabilizing the business and industrial pos. tion.
President Hoover will not read his customary Presidential message fat the joint session of Congress when the House and Senate reconvene early next month, it was learned to-day.
Instead, it is expected that the message will be sent to Congress, as has been the custom during recent years despite President Wilson's personal appearances.
It is believed that one of the initial points to be taken up will be the legislative programme of the Administration, which includes the placing of the' prohibition enforce-Department of Justice.
Other consolidations in the interest of efficiency are expected to be recommended.—United Press,
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