It follows then as certain as that night succeeds the day, that without a decisive naval force we can do nothing definitive, and with it, everything honorable and glorious.

Be not forward, but friendly and courteous; the first to salute, hear and answer; and be not pensive when it is time to converse.

It is now no more that toleration is spoken of, as if it was by the indulgence of one class of people, that another enjoyed the exercise of their inherent natural rights. For happily the government of the United States, which gives to bigotry no sanction - to persecution no assistance, requires only that they who live under its protection should demean themselves as good citizens.

The foundation of our national policy will be laid in the pure and immutable principle of private morality.

Freemasonry is founded on the immutable laws of Truth and Justice and its grand object is to promote the happiness of the human race.

The Independence and Liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts, of common dangers, sufferings and successes.

We must take human nature as we find it, perfection falls not to the share of mortals.