The Mischief Of Children Is Seldom Actuated

The Most Civilized People Are As Near To Barbarism As The Most Polished Steel Is To Rust. Nations, Like Metals, Have Only A Superficial Brilliancy.

Brave Men Do Not Boast Nor Bluster. Deeds, Not Words, Speak For Such.

Oblivion Is The Rule And Fame The Exception, Of Humanity.

The Despotism Of Will In Ideas Is Styled Plan, Project, Character, Obstinacy; Its Despotism In Desires Is Called Passion.

Poverty Treads Close Upon The Heels Of Great And Unexpected Wealth.