Grover Cleveland actually said...

The matter is commended to the favorable consideration of Congress.

I transmit herewith a copy of the reply of the Attorney-General to the letter of the Secretary of State of December 15, 1885.

This scheme for a reform in the methods of administering the Government is no longer an experiment.

Wherever this reform has gained a foothold it has steadily advanced in the esteem of those charged with public administrative duties.