Half the promises people say were never kept, were never made.

A conquered foe should be watched.

Every man is a reformer until reform tramps on his toes.

I have long been disposed to judge men by their average. If it is reasonably high, I am charitable with faults that look pretty black.

Half the promises people say were never kept, were never made.

We must be truthful and fair in the ordinary affairs of life before we can be truthful and fair in patriotism and religion.

I declare my belief that it is not your duty to do anything that is not to your own interest. Whenever it is unquestionably your duty to do a thing, then it will benefit you to perform that duty.