A man may surely be allowed to take a glass of wine by his own fireside.

I was struck all on a heap.

'Tis safest in matrimony to begin with a little aversion.

Men seldom think deeply on subjects in which they have no choice of opinion: they are fearful of encountering obstacles to their faith--as in religion--and so are content with the surface.

If Parliament were to consider the sporting with reputation of as much importance as sporting on manors, and pass an act for the preservation of fame as well as game, there are many who would thank them for the bill.

A bumper of good liquor Will end a contest quicker Than justice, judge or vicar.

That old man dies prematurely whose memory records no benefits conferred. They only have lived long who have lived virtuously.