Teddy Roosevelt: “I wish you, the Forest Rangers, and also all the others, to protect the game and wild creatures.”

Don’t you pity me. I am all right.

The fate of the leader for the time being is of little consequence, but the cause itself must in the end triumph, for its triumph is essential to the well-being of the American people.

I have just been shot.

The American people by a great plurality have conferred upon you the highest honor in their gift.