Three generations from shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves.

Concentration is my motto - first honesty, then industry, then concentration.

A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert.

Men who reach decisions promptly usually have the capacity to move with definiteness of purpose in other circumstances.

The more difficult a problem becomes, the more interesting it is.

Every man gravitates to where he belongs in life, just as surely as water seeks and finds its level. His position is measured precisely by the quality and quantity of the service he renders, plus the mental attitude with which he relates himself to other people.

Concentrate your energies, your thoughts and your capital. The wise man puts all his eggs in one basket and watches the basket.