The Best and Worst of Things

Our best friend—he who makes us do the best we can.
The best town—where we are located.
The greatest comfort—knowing that you have done your work well.
The best day—today.
The biggest fool—he who will not learn.
The greatest deceiver—he who deceives himself.
The greatest secret of success—perseverance.
The greatest mistake—giving up.
The most expensive indulgence—hate.
The stupidest and easiest thing to do—find fault.
The greatest trouble maker—the spreader of gossip.
The greatest stumbling block—egotism.
The worst bankrupt—he who has lost enthusiasm.
The most dangerous person—the liar.
The most disagreeable person—the complainer.
The great bore—one who does not come to the point.
The greatest bore—one who keeps talking after making his point.
The meanest feeling—feeling bad over another’s success.
The great need—common sense and foresight.
The greatest puzzle—life.
The greatest mystery—death.
The greatest thing in the world—love.

— The Ward County Independent, February 9, 1939.