Harry Truman actually said...

"I hope every young lady in the United States will learn to make cakes like this."

"On my own behalf, I want to tell you of my deep personal appreciation for the wise counsel and the unwavering support you have given me in these trying days."

"It is with very great reluctance that I accept your resignation as Secretary of Defense effective, in accordance with your wishes, on September twelfth."

"Thank you very much for the cookbook."