In great cities men are brought together by the desire of gain. They are not in a state of co-operation, but of isolation, as to the making of fortunes; and for all the rest they are careless of neighbors.

The choicest pleasures of life lie within the ring of moderation.

No conjunction can possibly occur, however fearful, however tremendous it may appear, from which a man by his own energy may not extricate himself, as a mariner by the rattling of his cannon can dissipate the impending waterspout.

I repeat... that all power is a trust; that we are accountable for its exercise; that from the people and for the people all springs, and all must exist.

Predominant opinions are generally the opinions of the generation that is vanishing.

Propriety of manners, and consideration for others, are the two main characteristics of a gentleman.

Candor is the brightest gem of criticism.