Don't take the bull by the horns, take him by the tail; then you can let go when you want to.

I never knew a man troubled with melancholy, who had plenty to do, and did it.

As a general thing, an individual who is neat in his person is neat in his morals.

I've never known an auctioneer to lie unless it was absolutely necessary.

Good nonsense is good sense in disguise.

One of the greatest victories you can gain over someone is to beat him at politeness.

I don't care how much a man talks, if he only says it in a few words.