Retreat? No. I Propose To Attach At

Nations, Like Individuals, Are Punished For Their Transgressions.

Our Great Modern Republic. May Those Who Seek The Blessings Of Its Institutions And The Protection Of Its Flag Remember The Obligations They Impose.

All Secret Oath-bound Political Parties Are Dangerous To Any Nation, No Matter How Pure Or How Patriotic The Motives And Principles Which First Bring Them Together.

It Is Men Who Wait To Be Selected, And Not Those Who Seek, From Whom We May Expect The Most Efficient Service.

Leave The Matter Of Religion To The Family Altar, The Church, And The Private School, Supported Entirely By Private Contributions. Keep The Church And State Forever Separate.