Vain hopes are like certain dreams of those who wake.

Men, even when alone, lighten their labors by song, however rude it may be.

One thing, however, I must premise, that without the assistance of natural capacity, rules and precepts are of no efficacy.

Virtue, though she gets her beginning from nature, yet receives her finishing touches from learning.

Lately we have had many losses.

A mediocre speech supported by all the power of delivery will be more impressive than the best speech unaccompanied by such power.

When defeat is inevitable, it is wisest to yield.