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Nationality: Canadian Type: Politician Born: December 17, 1874 Death: July 22, 1950 |
Only the man who disciplines himself strictly can stand for long the terrific pace of modern war.
Let it be remembered, too, that at a time of war, nearly every one is under great strain.
I really believe my greatest service is in the many unwise steps I prevent.
Fortunately, the Canadian people in all their habits, are essentially a temperate people.
Each year, therefore, a dollar spent on alcoholic beverages has purchased a smaller quantity.
It is what we prevent, rather than what we do that counts most in Government.
Once a nation parts with the control of its credit, it matters not who makes the laws.
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