Enemies are an indication of character.

pretense is the oil that lubricates society.

The only way to make a husband over according to one's ideas ... would be to adopt him at an early age, say four.

It was said of Miss Letitia that when money came into her possession it went out of circulation.

[On the Irish:] Strange race ... Don't know what they want, but want it like the devil.

Politics is still the man's game. The women are allowed to do the chores, the dirty work, and now and then--but only occasionally--one is present at some secret conference or other. But it's not the rule. They can go out and get the vote, if they can and will; they can collect money, they can be grateful for being permitted to work. But that is all.

Every crucial experience can be regarded either as a setback, or the start of a wonderful new adventure, it depends on your perspective!