A dollar put into a book and a book mastered might change the whole course of a boy's life. It might easily be the beginning of the development of leadership that would carry the boy far in service to his fellow men.

There is joy in work. There is no happiness except in the realization that we have accomplished something.

You can't build a reputation on what you're going to do. It's simple, fantasize, rehearse, then go out into the world and DO IT!

The time is coming when man will be able to determine the length of his lifespan by controlling his diet.

Don't expect people to respect you for what you are "planning" to do.

Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes shine to the stars. Enthusiasm is the sparkle in your eyes, the swing in your gait. The grip of your hand, the irresistible surge of will and energy to execute your ideas.

The only motive that can keep politics pure is the motive of doing good for one's country and its people.