[death]...the abyss from where no traveler is permitted to return

The foundation of our Empire was not laid in the gloomy age of Ignorance and Superstition, but at an Epoch when the rights of mankind were better understood and more clearly defined, than at any former period.

Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.

the harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.

Uniformity in the currency, weights, and measures of the United States is an object of great importance, and will, I am persuaded, be duly attended to.

My aim has been... to keep the United States... independent of all and under the influence of none.

Because of this ever increasing discernment of the true Mason he/she will find more efficient ways to apply brotherly love, relief and truth.