Quote by Lord Melbourne
If it was not absolutely necessary, it was the foolishest thing ev

If it was not absolutely necessary, it was the foolishest thing ever done. – Lord Melbourne

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People who have reformed themselves has contributed their full share towards the reformation of their neighbor. – Norman Douglas

People who love soft methods and hate iniquity forget this, — that reform consists in taking a bone from a dog. Philosophy will not do it. – John Jay Chapman

A reformer is one who sets forth cheerfully toward sure defeat. – Lydia Maria Child

By continually scolding someone, they in time become accustomed to it and despise your reproof. – Proverb

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