The principles of Jefferson are the definitions and axioms of free society.

Cling to liberty and right; battle fro them; leed for them; die for them, if need be; and have confidence in God.

My father taught me to work, but not to love it. I never did like to work, and I don't deny it. I'd rather read, tell stories, crack jokes, talk, laugh -- anything but work.

It is a good face. I am glad this war is over at last.

My Dear McClellan, if you don't want to use the army I should like to borrow it for a while. Yours respectfully.

You must think I am a high-priced man.... Fifteen dollars is enough for the job. I send you a receipt for fifteen dollars, and return to you a ten-dollar bill.

Republicans are for both the man and the dollar, but in case of conflict the man before the dollar.