Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

Nicholas M. Butler Diplomat

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Apr 2, 1862
  • Died: Dec 7, 1947

Nicholas Murray Butler was an American philosopher, diplomat, and educator. Butler was president of Columbia University, president of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. He became so well known and respected that The New York Times printed his Christmas greeting to the nation every year.

America is the best half-educated country in the world. best & education

Necessity does the work of courage. courage

Optimism is the foundation of courage. courage

Optimism is essential to achievement and it is also the foundation of courage and true progress. courage

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 other quotes from William Blake

32 other quotes from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 more thoughts from Franz Grillparzer

6 more thoughts from Franz Grillparzer

For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 sayings from Storm Jameson

2 sayings from Storm Jameson

To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo

73 wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo