We live in age of prudence. The leaders of the people now generally follow.

Next to the assumption of power was the responsibility of relinquishing it.

The enterprise of America precedes that of Europe, as the industry of England precedes that of the rest of Europe.

The world is devoted to physical science, because it believes theses discoveries will increase its capacity of luxury and self-indulgence. But the pursuit of science only leads to the insoluble.

There is anguish in the recollection that we have not adequately appreciated the affection of those whom we have loved and lost.

I will sit down now, but the time will come when you will hear me.

Candor is the brightest gem of criticism.