The scholar only knows how dear these silent, yet eloquent, companions of pure thoughts and innocent hours become in the season of adversity. When all that is worldly turns to dross around us, these only retain their steady value.

It lightens the stroke to draw near to Him who handles the rod.

From its peaceful bosom spring none but fond regrets and tender recollections.

One of the greatest and simplest tools for learning more and growing is doing more.

The dance, like most dances after supper, was a merry one; some of the older folks joined in it, and the squire himself figured down several couple with a partner, with whom he affirmed he had danced at every Christmas for nearly half a century.

Young lawyers attend the courts, not because they have business there, but because they have no business.

Enthusiasts soon understand each other.