Ceremony is necessary in Courts, as the outwork and defense of manners.

Silence and reserve suggest latent power. What some men think has more effect than what others say.

Those who see and observe kings, heroes, and statesmen, discover that they have headaches, indigestion, humors and passions, just like other people; every one of which in their turns determine their wills in defiance of their reason.

An able man shows his spirit by gentle words and resolute actions. He is neither hot nor timid.

The permanency of most friendships depends upon the continuity of good fortune.

Always make the best of the best, and never make bad worse.

A man's fortune is frequently decided by his first address. If pleasing, others at once conclude he has merit; but if ungraceful, they decide against him.