I am not ashamed of my past. I am not ashamed of my humble beginning.

I want the great masses of my people to take a greater pride in their personal appearance and to give their hair proper attention.

I got my start by giving myself a start.

I am not satisfied in making money for myself. I endeavor to provide employment for hundreds of the women of my race.

If I have accomplished anything in life it is because I have been willing to work hard.

You might say that I was the first and caused others to awaken to the sense of their duty in helping deserving causes for the benefit of the race.

IT'S PRETTY HARD for the Lord TO GUIDE YOU IF YOU HAVEN'T MADE UP YOUR MIND WHICH WAY TO GO.