Theodore Roosevelt actually said...

"The American people, through me, extend their thanks to you."

"I am sure I speak for the American navy when I say it has been a source of pleasure that such a splendid specimen of French naval architecture as the Gaulois has visited our shores on such a friendly ..."

"Let me, on behalf of all the people of the United States, and with the certain conviction that I have expressed their sentiments, drink to the health of President Loubet and to the continued prosperit..."

"It has been a source of valued information to be permitted to see and inspect this splendid French vessel."