If any young man is about to commence the world, we say to him, publicly and privately, Go to the West

If any young man is about to commence the world, we say to him, publicly and privately, Go to the West

Ah! if the pulpit would practice what it preaches, then all would be well.

The illusion that times that were are better than those that are, has probably pervaded all ages.

Wisdom is never dear, provided the article be genuine.

If you have no family or friends to aid you . . . turn your face to the Great West and there build up your home and fortune.

I do not regret having braved public opinion, when I knew it was wrong and was sure it would be merciless.