Charles Henry Parkhurst was an American clergyman and social reformer, born in Framingham, Massachusetts. Although scholarly and reserved, he preached two sermons in 1892 in which he attacked the political corruption of New York City government. Backed by the evidence he collected, his statements led to both the exposure of Tammany Hall and to subsequent social and political reforms.
There is no language like the Irish for soothing and quieting. 3 more views from John Millington Synge
3 more views from John Millington Synge
Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy. 28 other sayings from William Butler Yeats
28 other sayings from William Butler Yeats
Geographically, Ireland is a medium-sized rural island that is slowly but steadily being consumed by sheep. 27 quotes from Dave Barry
27 quotes from Dave Barry
We have always found the Irish a bit odd. They refuse to be English. 74 quotes from Winston Churchill
74 quotes from Winston Churchill