Punctuality is the stern virtue of men of business, and the graceful courtesy of princes

Reading without purpose is sauntering not exercise.

Power is so characteristically calm, that calmness in itself has the aspect of strength

What mankind wants is not talent; it is purpose

Patience is not passive on the contract, it is active it is concentrated strength

Imitation, if noble and general, insures the best hope of originality

There is no such thing as luck. It's a fancy name for being always at our duty, and so sure to be ready when good time comes

Humor is the sunshine of the mind

The heart of a man's like that delicate weed, Which requires to be trampled on, boldly indeed Ere it gives forth the fragrance you wish to extract

Give, and you may keep your friend it you lose your money; lend, and the chances are that you lose your friend if ever you get back your money