Politeness goes far, yet costs nothing.

Help from without is often enfeebling in its effects, but help from within invariably invigorates.

The iron rail proved a magicians' road. It virtually reduced England to a sixth of its size. It brought the country nearer to the town and the town to the country.... It energized punctuality, discipline, and attention; and proved a moral teacher by the influence of example.

The truest politeness comes of sincerity.

Although genius always commands admiration, character most secures respect. The former is more the product of the brain, the latter of heart-power; and in the long run it is the heart that rules in life.

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

Marriage like government is a series of compromises. One must give and take, repair and restrain, endure and be patient.