Hold fast to the Bible. To the influence of this Book we are indebted for all the progress made in true civilization and to this we must look as our guide in the future.

The friend in my adversity I shall always cherish most. I can better trust those who helped to relieve the gloom of my dark hours than those who are so ready to enjoy with me the sunshine of my prosperity.

I don't underrate the value of military knowledge, but if men make war in slavish obedience to rules, they will fail.

Two commanders on the same field are always one too many.

All secret oath-bound political parties are dangerous to any nation, no matter how pure or how patriotic the motives and principles which first bring them together.

Really, Mr. Lincoln, I have had enough of this show business.

Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor.