Never did a government commence under auspices so favorable, nor ever was success so complete.

From several of the Indian tribes inhabiting the country bordering on Lake Erie purchases have been made of lands on conditions very favorable to the United States, and, as it is presumed, not less so to the tribes themselves.

It is the knowledge that all men have weaknesses and that many have vices that makes government necessary.

The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.

Once you really commence to see things, then you really commence to feel things.

In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, not does it comport with our policy so to do. It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we resent injuries or make preparation for our defence.