Attention Quote by Charles Simmons

Accurate knowledge is the basis of correct opinions; the want of it makes the opinions of most people of little value.

— Charles Simmons

When a person feels disposed to over estimate his own importance, let him remember that mankind got along very well before his birth, and…

— Charles Simmons

A person's character is but half formed till after wedlock.

— Charles Simmons

Ridicule is the first and last argument of a fool.

— Charles Simmons

Uncalled for excuses are practical confessions.

— 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

— Charles Simmons

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

Good intentions are very mortal and perishable things. Like very mellow and choice fruit, they are difficult to keep.

— Charles Simmons

Most of the wisdom of one age, is the folly of the next.

— Charles Simmons

If you would reform the world from its errors and vices, begin by enlisting the mothers.

— Charles Simmons

Good Humor is the best shield against the darts of satirical raillery

— Charles Simmons