The fiery trials through which we pass will light us down in honor or dishonor to the latest generation.

We shall not fail - if we stand firm, we shall not fail. Wise counsels may accelerate, or mistakes delay it, but, sooner or later, the victory is sure to come.

I have always believed that a good laugh was good for both the mental and physical digestion.

It is your business to rise up and preserve the Union and liberty, for yourselves, and not for me. I desire they shall be constitutionally preserved.

It is a pleasure to be able to quote lines to fit any occasion.

Whether or not the world would be vastly benefited by a total banishment from it of all intoxicating drinks seems not now an open question. Three-fourths of mankind confess the affirmative with their tongues, and I believe all the rest acknowledge it in their hearts.

The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.