Chauncey Depew Quotes

A collection of quotes by Chauncey Depew.

Chauncey Depew (April 23, 1834 – April 5, 1928) was an American lawyer, politician, and businessman. He served as the President of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad, playing a vital role in the expansion and modernization of America's rail system. Depew was also a prominent member of the Republican Party, serving as a United States Senator from New York and later as the United States Ambassador to Germany. Known for his wit and oratory skills, he was a popular figure in society, often entertaining with his speeches at various gatherings.

If you will refrain from telling any lies about the Republic

If you will refrain from telling any lies about the Republican Party, I'lll promise not to tell the truth about the Democrats.

Chauncey Depew


I get my exercise acting as a pallbearer to my friends who e

I get my exercise acting as a pallbearer to my friends who exercise.

Chauncey Depew

Exercise

The enjoyment of life would be instantly gone if you removed

The enjoyment of life would be instantly gone if you removed the possibility of doing something.

Chauncey Depew

Enjoyment

Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose y

Follow the path of the unsafe, independent thinker. Expose your ideas to the dangers of controversy. Speak your mind and fear less the label of 'crackpot' than the stigma of conformity. And on issues that seem important to you, stand up and be counted at any cost.

Chauncey Depew

Fear