Childhood may do without a grand purpose, but manhood cannot.
It is the life in literature that acts upon life.
Almost everywhere men have become the particular things which their particular work has made them.
Everything good in a man thrives best when properly recognized.
God give us men! A time like this demands. Strong minds, great hearts, true faith, and ready hands; Men whom the lust of office does not kill; Men whom the spoils of office cannot buy; Men who possess opinions and a will; Men who have honor; men who will not die.
A noble deed is a step towards heaven.