Unaffected modesty is the sweetest charm of female excellence, the richest gem in the diadem of her honor.
Noah WebsterBut the origin of the American Republic is distinguished by peculiar circumstances. Other nations have been driven together by fear and necessity-the governments have generally been the result of a single man's observations; or the offspring of particular interests. In the formation of our constitution, the wisdom of all ages is collected-the legislators of antiquity are consulted-as well as the opinions and interests of the millions who are concerned. In short, it is an empire of reason.
Noah WebsterThe man who has half a million of dollars in property... has a much higher interest in the government, than the man who has little or no property.
Noah WebsterBut the reasonableness of this command to obey parents, is clear, and easily understood by children, even when quite young.
Noah Webster