I think I was well brought up, for my father and mother were of one mind regarding the care of the family.

There is nothing so costly to the state as a ruined life

I had only two offers of marriage in my life, and I refused both.

As we grew to love South Australia, we felt that we were in an expanding society, still feeling the bond to the motherland, but eager to develop a perfect society in the land of our adoption.

After the break up of the municipality and the loss of his income my father lost health and spirits.

Drinking habits were very prevalent among men, and were not in any way disgraceful, unless excessive.

My return to London introduced me to a wider range of society.