11/01/1909
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"I drink to my friend, the President of this great Republic, to his continued long life and happiness, and to the never-ending bond of mutual sympathy between Mexico and the United States."
"[addressing the Minister of War]: I have been Minister of War, and therefore I have a sympathy with you."
"I am very glad to welcome you here, sir; I am very glad indeed."
"I should be very glad to have the pleasure of taking you and Governor Creel, who interprets so well and who is my personal friend, into an adjoining room for just a few moments."