Calvin Coolidge actually said...

It has been apparent to me that the press has been considerably misled in respect to American activities in that country.

The marines are there simply for the protection of American and foreign lives and property wherever it may be necessary.

This Government is not taking any sides, one way or the other, in relation to the revolution.

It would be difficult to conceive of any modern activity which contributes more to the necessities and conveniences of life than transportat...