All of us contain Music & Truth, but most of us can't get it out.

I was gratified to be able to answer promptly, and I did. I said I didn't know.

[I] shall never use profanity except in discussing house rent and taxes. Indeed, upon second thought, I will not use it then, for it is unchristian, inelegant, and degrading--though to speak truly I do not see how house rent and taxes are going to be discussed worth a cent without it.

As a thinker and planner the ant is the equal of any savage race of men; as a self-educated specialist in several arts she is the superior of any savage race of men; and in one or two high mental qualities she is above the reach of any man, savage or civilized!

It's good sportsmanship to not pick up lost golf balls while they are still rolling.

Humor is tragedy plus time.

Wine is a clog to the pen, not an inspiration.