Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence, and usefulness; a little attention and energy will form the habit, so as to make it easy and delightful.

Ridicule is the first and last argument of a fool.

Integrity is the first step to true greatness. Men love to praise, but are slow to practice it. To maintain it in high places costs self-denial; in all places it is liable to opposition, but its end is glorious, and the universe will yet do it homage.

It is a great evil, as well as a misfortune, to be unable to utter a prompt and decided 'no'.

Malice can always find a mark to shoot at, and a pretence to fire

Accuracy is the twin brother of honesty; inaccuracy, of dishonesty.