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

Work is one of the best educators of practical character.

Like men, nations are purified and strengthened by trials.

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

Even happiness itself may become habitual. There is a habit of looking at the bright side of things, and also of looking at the dark side.

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.

Honorable industry always travels the same road with enjoyment and duty, and progress is altogether impossible without it.