Charles de Montesquieu born 1689.
John Gillies born 1747.
Daniel Webster born 1782.
We would leave for the consideration of those who shall occupy our
places some proof that we hold the blessings transmitted from our
fathers in just estimation; some proof of our attachment to the
cause of good government and of civil and religious liberty; some
proof of a sincere and ardent desire to promote every thing which
may enlarge the understanding and improve the hearts of men.
--Daniel Webster.
Brother and friend, the world is wide,
But I care not whether there be
The soothing song of a summer tide
Or the thrash of a wintry sea,
If but through shimmer and storm you bide,
Brother and friend, with me.
--Percy C. Ainsworth.
Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the King.
--1 Peter 2. 17.
Almighty God, I thank thee for all the tender influences of life; for
all the gentleness and strength that may be given and received through
friendship. Help me to be careful of what I do, for my sake, and for
the sake of those who may follow me. Amen.