Calvin Coolidge actually said...

"The only thing that I am certain about down there from reports that I have received is that Mr. Stimson is doing his best to compose the differences and find some method by which peace can be restored..."

"I think perhaps it would be well not to take too literally what the contending sides may think it is necessary to give out as publicity, but keep in mind that the main effort of this country is to res..."

"I have great hopes that Mr. Stimson is going to be able to bring that about."

"Perhaps the method that he may employ is not so very important, if it results in bringing about an amicable condition."