William McKinley actually said...

"Considering it a matter entirely between that gentleman and his tenants, Messrs. Gardiner and Atkinson, I at that time refused to take any action in the matter whatever."

"Under the circumstances of this case I do not feel at liberty to approve the bill."

"I return herewith, without approval, House bill No. 321."

"There is no legal obligation on the part of the United States, and no promise, express or implied, for the payment of such claims."