Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.

I cannot conceive a rank more honorable, than that which flows from the uncorrupted choice of a brave and free people, the purest source and original fountain of all power.

Paper money has had the effect in your State that it ever will have, to ruin commerce, oppress the honest, and open a door to every species of fraud and injustice.

I wish from my soul that the legislature of this State could see the policy of a gradual Abolition of Slavery.

Give not advice without being asked, and when desired, do it briefly.

The Army (considering the irritable state it is in, its suffering and composition) is a dangerous instrument to play with.

When in company, put not your hands to any part of the body, not usually discovered.