William McKinley actually said...

"In my own behalf and for the nation I extend to you and the officers and men of your command sincere thanks and congratulations for the conspicuously gallant conduct displayed in your campaign"

"Receive for yourself and for the officers, sailors, and marines of your command my thanks and congratulations and those of the nation for the gallant conduct all have again so conspicuously displayed."

"Use whatever means in your judgment are necessary to this end."

"The insurgents and all others must recognize the military occupation and authority of the United States and the cessation of hostilities proclaimed by the President."