William Taft actually said...

"The department is mobilizing a division at full strength at San Antonio, Texas, for the purpose of field training of officers and men, and for the further purpose of holding manoeuvres Involving possi..."

"It will also put to a practical test the preparedness of the staff departments for the mobilization of troops."

"Every fibre of my nature rebels against such hypocrisy and nerves me to fight such a combination and such methods to the bitter end, lest success in this instance may form a demoralizing precedent."

"As I say farewell to you, let me renew my expressions of affection and sincerest respect for you, and of my profound gratitude for your hard work, your unvarying loyalty, and your effective public ser..."