The smallest number, with God and truth on their side, are weightier than thousands. – Charles Simmons
Bigotry and intolerance, silenced by argument, endeavors to silence by persecution, in old days by fire and sword, in modern days by the tongue. – Charles Simmons
For the most part fraud in the end secures for its companions repentance and shame. – Charles Simmons
It is a great evil, as well as a misfortune, to be unable to utter a prompt and decided ‘no’. – Charles Simmons
Both mind and heart when given up to reveries and dreaminess, have a thousand avenues open for the entrance of evil. – Charles Simmons
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. – Charles Simmons
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. – Charles Simmons