The old saw says, 'Let a sleeping dog lie.' Right. Still, when there is much at stake it is better to get a newspaper to do it.

Every citizen of the republic ought to consider himself an unofficial policeman, and keep unsalaried watch and ward over the laws and their execution.

Never mistake motion for progress.

Our Congresses consist of Christians. In their private life they are true to every obligation of honor; yet in every session they violate them all, and do it without shame. Because honor to party is above honor to themselves.

If the world comes to an end, I want to be in Cincinnati. Everything comes there ten years later.

The only certainties in life are death and taxes.

Canadian girls are so pretty it's a relief now and then to see a plain one.