John Sherman: “What is the object of accumulating these vast balances in the treasury?”

The events of the future are beyond the vision of mankind, but I hope our people will be content with internal growth, and avoid the complications of foreign acquisitions.

Canada and Mexico as independent republics will be more valuable to the United States than if carved into additional states.

The Union already embraces discordant elements enough without adding others.

Proud of Ohio, of its history and people, willing at all times to sound its praise in the sisterhood of states, yet, according to my convictions, the United States is entitled to my allegiance, and all parts of it should receive equal care…