The common man, no matter how sharp and tough, actually enjoys having the wool pulled over his eyes, and makes it easier for the puller.

Politeness and civility are the best capital ever invested in business.

The truth is, the more kind and liberal a man is, the more generous will be the patronage bestowed upon him.

I am prouder of my title 'The Children's Friend' than if I were to be called 'The King of the World'.

In the United States, where we have more land than people, it is not at all difficult for persons in good health to make money.

A penny here, and a dollar there, placed at interest, goes on accumulating, and in this way the desired result is attained.

Money is the excellent slave and a horrible master.