I am come to a tavern alone to eat a steak, after which I shall…

Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.

I was going home two hours ago, but was met by Mr. Griffith, who has kept me ever since. I will come within a pint of wine.

Though her mien carries much more invitation than command, to behold her is an immediate check to loose behaviour; to love her is a liberal education.

It is to be noted that when any part of this paper appears dull there is a design in it,

It was very prettily said, that we may learn the little value of fortune by the persons on whom heaven is pleased to bestow it.

A little in drink, but at all times yr faithful husband.