After many unhappy experiments in the direction of an ideal Republic, it was found that what may be described as a Despotism tempered by Dynamite provides, on the whole, the most satisfactory description of ruler - an autocrat who dares not abuse his autocratic power.

My family pride is something inconceivable. I can't help it. I was born sneering.

A policeman's lot is not a happy one

Wherever valor true is found, true modesty will there abound.

Bind up their wounds - but look the other way.

In short, whoever you may be, To this conclusion you'll agree, When every one is somebodee, Then no one's anybody!

I am a courtier grave and serious Who is about to kiss your hand: Try to combine a pose imperious With a demeanour nobly bland.