Benjamin Harrison actually said...

The change of designation seems to have been intended to add dignity to the position.

Message to the Senate Returning Without Approval a Bill to Establish the Record and Pension Office of the War Department,...

02/25/1891

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The Secretary of War will cause the highest military honors to be paid to the memory of this distinguished officer.

To officers of the Navy his life will continue to yield inspiration and encouragement.

In token of respect to the memory of Admiral David D. Porter, who died this morning, the President directs that the national flag be display...

His countrymen will sincerely mourn his loss while they cherish with grateful pride the memory of his deeds.