Give me a man with a good allowance of nose,... when I want any good head-work done I choose a man - provided his education has been suitable - with a long nose.

The English have no exaulted sentiments. They can all be bought.

In politics nothing is immutable. Events carry within them an invincible power.

Wisdom and policy dictate that we must do as destiny demands and keep peace with the irresistible march of events.

There is one kind of robber whom the law does not strike at, and who steals what is most precious to men: time.

Among those who dislike oppression are many who like to oppress.

Impossible is the word found only in a fool's dictionary. Wise people create opportunities for themselves and make everything possible.