Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence, and usefulness; a little attention and energy will form the habit, so as to make it easy and delightful.
From Charles Simmons
Ridicule is the first and last argument of a fool.
Integrity is the first step to true greatness. Men love to praise, but are slow to practice it. To maintain it in high places costs self-denial; in all places it is liable to opposition, but its end is glorious, and the universe will yet do it homage.
It is a great evil, as well as a misfortune, to be unable to utter a prompt and decided 'no'.
Never go backward. Attempt, and do it with all your might. Determination is power.
True greatness consists in being great in little things.
For the most part fraud in the end secures for its companions repentance and shame.
Malice can always find a mark to shoot at, and a pretence to fire.
No man has a right to do what he pleases, except when he pleases to do right.
A person's character is but half formed till after wedlock.
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