I do not care very much for the coward or the moral weakling.

It is eminently fitting that the statue of this iron soldier, this born leader of men, should find a place in this War College.

In closing, let me thank you, and through you, the German Emperor and the German people, for this statue, which I accept in the name of the American people.

Through you I wish, on behalf of the people of the United States, to thank His Majesty the German Emperor, and the people of Germany, for the gift to the nation which you have just formally delivered to me.

I accept it with deep appreciation of the regard which it typifies for the people of this Republic, both on the part of the Emperor, and on the part of the German people.

I beg you to convey to His Majesty the Emperor my grateful appreciation of his valued expressions of amity and my best wishes for his health and happiness, and the prosperity of the Japanese people.

I pray that those relations may continue forever, growing always more friendly and more extended.

IT IS ORDERED, That the Isthmian Canal Commission be classified and the civil-service act and rules applied thereto, and that no person be hereafter appointed, employed, promoted, or transferred in the service of said Commission until he…

I had no idea that there was such a tidal wave, and was prepared for defeat—that is, I thought that the chances favored my election, but that there was a good chance of my defeat, but I did not anticipate any great sweep.

I do not want to be vindictive, but I must say that I particularly enjoy the showing made as to the utter impotence of the Evening Post, Carl Schurz, Francis Adams, Moorfield Storey, and that set.

I had no conception that such a thing was possible.

Parker's personal attacks grew so outrageous that I felt it necessary to smash them.

I had no conception that there was such a tide in our favor, and I frankly confess that I do not understand it.

But I tell you, Kermit, it was a great comfort to feel, all during the last days when affairs looked doubtful, that no matter how things came out the really important thing was the lovely life I have with mother and with you children, and…

I have the greatest popular majority and the greatest electoral majority ever given to a candidate for President.

The election results are really astounding, and I am overwhelmed by them.

I am stunned by the overwhelming victory we have won.

I take it for granted that you and Cabot both approved of my making the statement I did about never accepting another nomination.