Josh Billings

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affection is seasickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts read more

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affection is seasickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts on airs.

There is a significant Latin proverb; to wit: Who will guard the guards?

There is a significant Latin proverb; to wit: Who will guard the guards?

Flattery is like cologne water, to be smelt of, not swallowed.

Flattery is like cologne water, to be smelt of, not swallowed.

Common sense is instinct, and enough of it is genius.

Common sense is instinct, and enough of it is genius.

One of the greatest victories you can gain over someone is to beat him at politeness.

One of the greatest victories you can gain over someone is to beat him at politeness.