It is impossible to account for the creation of the universe without the agency of a Supreme Being.

The future of this nation depends on the Christian training of our youth.

Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains taken to bring it to light.

The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.

History and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican government.

The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon.

Almighty God, we make our earnest prayer that thou wilt keep the United States in thy holy protection.

Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.

It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God.

In a free and republican government, you cannot restrain the voice of the multitude.

Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.

It's wonderful what we can do if we're always doing.

It is much easier at all times to prevent an evil than to rectify mistakes.

A government is like fire, a handy servant, but a dangerous master.

Have the strength to be an honest person.

To contract new debts is not the way to pay old ones.

Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.

Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

The Constitution that we have is an excellent one, if we can keep it where it is.