He is a first-rate collector who can, upon all occasions, collect his wits.

A pin has as much head as some authors and a good deal more point.

Some men give as little light in the world as a farthing tallow candle, and when they expire, leave as bad an odor behind them.

He is a first-rate collector who can, upon all occasions, collect his wits.

One of the very best of all earthly possessions is self-possession.

Our material possessions, like our joys, are enhanced in value by being shared. Hoarded and unimproved property can only afford satisfaction to a miser.

Remorseless time! fierce spirit of the glass and scythe,--what power can stay him in his silent course, or melt his iron heart with pity!