Theodore Roosevelt actually said...

Stand just as quiet as possible; do not sway; just stand as quiet as possible.

I am anxious that our laws should be framed in the interest of those who intend to go there and stay there and bring up their children there...

I am happy to say that during the last year or two the National Legislature has begun to realize its responsibilities in reference to Alaska...

I confess I am for the moment a little surprised at the aspect of so many of the Alaskan pioneers.