I can only say that I am nothing but a poor sinner, trusting in Christ alone for salvation.

I consider the proper education of our youths one of the most important objects now to be attained and one from which the greatest benefits may be expected.

I will attack no matter what and win the war!

What a beautiful world God, in His loving kindness to His creatures, has given us! What a shame that men endowed with reason and knowledge of right should mar His gifts.

My experience through life has convinced me that, while moderation and temperance in all things are commendable and beneficial, abstinence from spirituous liquors is the best safeguard of morals and health.

I pray that on this day [Christmas] when only peace and good-will are preached to mankind, better thoughts may fill the hearts of our enemies and turn them to peace.

My chief concern is to try to be an humble, earnest Christian.