Word: countermand
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...Navy Department accepted these "canned goods" for distribution. They were full of controversial matter involving ratios, tonnage, parity, building plans and the like. By chance one of the sample speeches from the Navy League reached the White House. President Hoover's temper flared. He instantly ordered Secretary Adams to countermand the League's propaganda and to instruct officers in their Navy Day addresses to stick to non-controversial subjects...
Messrs. Cotrell and Leonard are anxious to have orders as early as possible, preferably a month before the date on which the gowns are needed. They will permit candidates to countermand orders if necessary...