Quotes from S. L. Clemens

This poor little one-horse town.

Fleas can be taught nearly anything that a Congressman can.

Hain't we got all the fools in town on our side? And ain't that a big enough majority in any town?

The jury system puts a ban upon intelligence and honesty, and a premium upon ignorance, stupidity and perjury.

Modesty died when false modesty was born.

It were not best that we should all think alike; it is difference of opinion that makes horseraces.

He is now fast rising from affluence to poverty.