William Taft actually said...

"Seriously speaking, I am exceedingly obliged to your Chief Magistrate for his continued hospitality and his kindness in visiting and welcoming me to the various important parts of the State."

"He pointed out the necessity for our saving our forests and reforesting parts where the forests had been destroyed."

"We have not taken the steps that ought to be taken, but which doubtless will be, following the model of the general Government by the State governments."

"I think it does them good and gives them a patriotic thrill to come together on an occasion like this to meet the man who for the time being represents the sovereignty of the Nation which they love."