I tread in the footsteps of illustrious men, whose superiors it is our happiness to believe are not found on the executive calendar of any country.

It seems proper, at all events, that by an early enactment similar to that of other countries the application of public money by an officer of Government to private uses should be made a felony and visited with severe and ignominious punishment.

The connection which formerly existed between the Government and banks was in reality injurious to both, as well as to the general interests of the community at large.

It is easier to do a job right than to explain why you didn't.

Is it possible to be anything in this country without being a politician?

Between Russia and the United States sentiments of good will continue to be mutually cherished.

On receiving from the people the sacred trust twice confided on my illustrious predecessor, and which he has discharged so faithfully and so well, I know that I can not expect to perform the arduous task with equal ability and success.