Euphonic and harmonious expressions, forcible and just expressions, profound and comprehensive expressions, and especially apt and witty expressions, each have their specific influence upon different minds, and their common influence upon all minds.... It is therefore high time our most valuable aphorisms and paragraphs were put in order for frequent perusal, and for handy reference, as the circumstances of life call up subjects.

Good intentions are very mortal and perishable things. Like very mellow and choice fruit, they are difficult to keep.

Self-approbation, when founded in truth and a good conscience, is a source of some of the purest joys known to man.

Never go backward. Attempt, and do it with all your might. Determination is power.

When the heart is won, the understanding is easily convinced.

Most of the wisdom of one age, is the folly of the next.

Industry keeps the body healthy, the mind clear, the heart whole, and the purse full.