You cannot be a true man until you learn to obey.

But what a cruel thing is war to separate and destroy families and friends.

The time is not come for impartial history. If the truth were told just now, it would not be credited.

A man may manifest and communicate his joy, but he should conceal and smother his grief as much as possible.

History teaches us hope.

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.

My trust is in the mercy and wisdom of a kind Providence, who ordereth all things for our good.