For it is fixed principle with me, that whatever is done should be done well.

There is no restraining men's tongues or pens when charged with a little vanity.

I am not only retired from all public employments, but I am retiring within myself, and shall be able to view the solitary walk and tread the paths of private life with heartfelt satisfaction.

My death has not yet quite arrived, but it is near and inevitable as night follows day.

When one side only of a story is heard and often repeated, the human mind becomes impressed with it insensibly.

Where is the man to be found who wishes to remain indebted for the defense of his own person and property to the exertions, the bravery, and the blood of others, without making one generous effort to repay the debt of honor and gratitude?

Alas! Our dancing days are no more. We wish, however, all those who have a relish for so agreeable and innocent an amusement all the pleasure the season will afford them.