Quote by Stephen Girard

"I have made it a rule of my life to be at war with no man, and to make friends with all mankind."

"Business, properly conducted, is the surest foundation of independence."

"A man of industry and integrity may accumulate wealth honorably."

"The pursuit of knowledge is the highest calling of mankind."

"The best part of living is knowing you survived."

"The world needs heroes."

"Life is too short to live poorly."

"I'd rather be an optimist and be wrong than a pessimist and be right"