Political Quotes

It is gratifying to be able to state that the improvement in the service, following closely upon the steady progress in expediting the publication of reports, has enabled the Department of State this year to submit the annual reports a…

In the fullness of years and honors, John Sherman, lately Secretary of State, has passed away.

I recommend that, following our national precedents, especially that in the case of Admiral Dewey and the Asiatic Squadron, the thanks of Congress be given to Rear-Admiral William T. Sampson, United States Navy, and to the officers and men…

I recommend the appropriation by Congress, out of humane consideration, and without reference to the question of liability of the Government of the United States.