I was put to the grammar-school at eight years of age, my father intending to devote me, as the tithe of his sons, to the service of the Church.

Christians are directed to have faith in Christ, as the effectual means of obtaining the change they desire.

It would be thought a hard government that should tax its people one tenth part.

Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in the world nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes.

Wherever desirable superfluities are imported, industry is excited, and thereby plenty is produced. Were only necessaries permitted to be purchased, men would work no more than was necessary for that purpose.

A place for everything, everything in its place.

A man wrapped up in himself makes a very small bundle.