We are obliged to respect, defend and maintain the common bonds of union and fellowship that exist among all members of the human race.

Nothing is more praiseworthy, nothing more suited to a great and illustrious man than placability and a merciful disposition.

Slowly and imperceptibly old age comes creeping on.

The mere act of believing that some wrongful course of action constitutes an advantage is pernicious.

It is necessary for a Senator to be thoroughly acquainted with the constitution; and this is a knowledge of the most extensive nature; a matter of science, of diligence, of reflection, without which no Senator can possibly be fit for his office.

An intemperate, disorderly youth will bring to old age, a feeble and worn-out body.

An agreement of rash men (a conspiracy).