James Madison actually said...

In offering their blood they give the surest pledge that no other tribute will be withheld.

The destruction of the Capitol by the enemy having made it necessary that other accommodations should be provided for the meeting of Congres...

On an occasion which appeals so forcibly to the proud feelings and patriotic devotion of the American people none will forget what they owe ...

I, James Madison. President of the United States, do issue this my proclamation, exhorting all the good people thereof to unite their hearts...