Money-getters are the benefactors of our race. To them ... are we indebted for our institutions of learning, and of art, our academies, colleges and churches.

Politics and government are certainly among the most important of practical human interests.

I never liked to work, I mean manual work.

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.

Instead of spending money, I earned it.

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

I risked much, but I made much.