Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"I am deeply distressed by your letter of June 2 telling me of your retirement on July first from active service as Chief Justice of the United States."

"The Seaway will help prevent transportation bottlenecks."

"My every inclination is to beg you to remain; but my deep concern for your health and strength must be paramount."

"No steam plants can provide the large blocks of low-cost electric energy required for certain essential defense industries."