William Taft actually said...

I am going to say to you what comes out of my heart—that I thank you for your very cordial reception.

Seriously speaking, I am exceedingly obliged to your Chief Magistrate for his continued hospitality and his kindness in visiting and welcomi...

He pointed out the necessity for the irrigation and reclamation of our arid and semi-arid land.

I am delighted here to have the privilege of meeting and receiving the hospitable greeting of your Governor.