I know no method to secure the repeal of bad or obnoxious laws so effective as their stringent execution.
It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training.
Although a soldier by profession, I have never felt any sort of fondness for war, and I have never advocated it, except as a means of peace.
Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted for all the progress made in true civilization and to this we must look as our guide in the future.
I appreciate the fact, and am proud of it, that the attentions I am receiving are intended more for our country than for me personally.