There is not room to swing a cat.
Ridiculous modes, invented by ignorance, and adopted by folly.
A mere index hunter, who held the eel of science by the tail.
Of this diversion the Scots are so fond, that, when the weather will permit, you may see a multitude of all ranks, from the senator of justice to the lowest tradesman, mingled together, in their shirts, and following the balls with utmost eagerness.
Nature and wisdom are not, but should be, companions.
True courage scorns to vent her prowess in a storm of words; and to the valiant action speaks alone.