Why didn't the hoover administration respond more strongly to japan's invasion of manchuria?

The Hoover administration was busy dealing with the Great Depression at the time of the Manchurian Incursion, and the administration opposed any economic sanctions against other nations, fearing it would lead to war. They just sent a note to Japan and China called the Stimson Doctrine.

monitor contract compliance and results of forestry activities to assure adherence to government regulations.  

plan and supervise forestry projects, such as determining the type, number and placement of trees to be planted, managing tree nurseries, thinning forest and monitoring growth of new seedlings.  

establish short- and long-term plans for management of forest lands and forest resources.  

determine methods of cutting and removing timber with minimum waste and environmental damage.  

supervise activities of other forestry workers.

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