We do not tell infants all the truth, when they ask us questions, the proper answers of which would mislead, not enlighten them.

In some things the whole world are infants.
The very science of government is the science of concealing truth--so is the system of trade.

We could not blame the tradesman for not telling the public that if all his debts were called in he would be a bankrupt." "And he may marry her after all--this Mr.Butler." "Heaven forbid--the villain!--Well, madam, I will see to this poor young thing--she shall not want a guide." "Heaven reward you! How wicked some people are to call you severe!" "I can bear _that_ blame with a meek temper, madam.

Good day." "Good day.

You will remember how strictly confidential has been our conversation." "Not a breath shall transpire.