Riches do not constitute any claim to distinction. It is only the vulgar who admire riches as riches.

Man cannot aspire if he looked down; if he rise, he must look up.

It is a grand old name, that of gentleman, and has been recognized as a rank and power in all stages of society. To possess this character is a dignity of itself, commanding the instinctive homage of every generous mind, and those who will not bow to titular rank will yet do homage to the gentleman. His qualities depend not upon fashion or manners, but upon moral worth; not on personal possessions, but on personal qualities.

For want of self-restraint many men are engaged all their lives in fighting with difficulties of their own making.

Life is of little value unless it be consecrated by duty.

The great lesson of biography is to show what man can be and do at his best. A noble life put fairly on record acts like an inspiration to others.

Self-control is only courage under another form. It may also be regarded as the primary essence of character.