Theodore Roosevelt actually said...

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

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 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...

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