9 April 1925
“...The catastrophic impression that Hindenburg’s candidacy has had in America is becoming clearer and clearer; ... German-Swiss concerns ... A happy day for Poincáire ... Bad impression in England ...”
14 April 1925
“It would be false piety if one were to put this experienced man of war in a position in which he would be helpless against every influence...”
24 April 1925
“... It would not be a sign of hostility if those abroad saw Hindenburg’s candidacy as a protest, and it would also not be a sign of hostility if a Hindenburg victory would be greeted abroad not only with regret and anger, but also with laughter ... Being ridiculous can be fatal.”
26 April 1925
“Republicans, stop the election of the marshal of civil war.”