Do not be desirous of having things done quickly. Do not look at small advantages. Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly. Looking at small advantages prevents great affairs from being accomplished.

Money is the only substance which can keep a cold world from nicknaming a citizen Hey, you

The first hundred years are the hardest.

The only bird that gives the poor a real tumble is the stork.

I respect faith, but doubt is what gets you an education.

He's the only man I ever knew who had rubber pockets so he could steal soup.

I'd rather know a square guy than own a square mile.