"The progress of science is slow, but it is sure."

"The most important lesson that I have learned in life is, that we should always endeavour to do our duty."

"Did you make a convert of the obstinate antivaxinist at Lello?"

"I have never been a lover of controversy; but when truth is concerned, I am not afraid to speak out."

"It seems to be the determination of some of the jealous members of the ****** (R. *** Soc. y), not to suffer the Institution to sink, but on the / Other hand to master up a force, & support it with al…"