I have two great enemies, the Southern Army in front of me and the bankers in the rear. Of the two, the one at my rear is my greatest foe.

Let the people know the truth and the country is safe.

It is a good face. I am glad this war is over at last.

No one has needed favours more than I, and generally, few have been less unwilling to accept them; but in this case, favour to me,would be injustice to the public, and therefore I must beg your pardon for declining it.

Quarrel not at all. No man resolved to make the most of himself can spare time for personal contention.

I freely acknowledge myself the servant of the people, according to the bond of service - the United States Constitution; and that, as such, I am responsible to them.

I don't s'pose anybody on earth likes gingerbread better'n I do-and gets less'n I do.