The health you enjoy is largely your choice

As an individual who undertakes to live by borrowing, soon finds his original means devoured by interest, and next no one left to borrow from - so must it be with a government.

With high hope for the future, no prediction is ventured.

I like to see a man proud of the place in which he lives. I like to see a man live so that his place will be proud of him.

The trouble with too many people is they believe the realm of truth always lies within their vision.

I shall be most happy indeed if I shall be an humble instrument in the hands of the Almighty, and of this his almost chosen people.

When the hour comes for dealing with slavery, I trust I will be willing to do my duty though it cost my life.