In statesmanship get formalities right, never mind about the moralities.

Often the surest way to convey misinformation is to tell the strict truth.

The choir always tittered and whispered all through the service. There was once a church choir that was not ill-bred, but I have forgotten where it was.

There isn't any way to libel the human race.

If work were so pleasant, the rich would keep it for themselves.

In Austria an editor who can write well is valuable, but he is not likely to remain so unless he can handle a sabre with charm.

Under certain circumstances, profanity provides a relief denied even to prayer.