The time will come when the Negro in the South will be accorded all the political rights which his ability, character, and material possessions entitle him to.

We shall prosper as we learn to do the common things of life in an uncommon way. Let down your buckets where you are.

In all things that are purely social we can be as separate as the fingers, yet one as the hand in all things essential to mutual progress.

Remember that everyone's life is measured by the power that individual has to make the world better-this is all life is.

There is no defense or security for any of us except in the highest intelligence and development of all.

Those who have accomplished the greatest results are those...who never grow excited or lose self-control, but are always calm, self-possessed, patient and polite.

You may fill your heads with knowledge or skillfully train your hands, but unless it is based upon high, upright character, upon a true heart, it will amount to nothing. You will be no better than the most ignorant.