I am of opinion that it is highly requisite forthwith to pass a law, prohibiting upon great penalties all trade with our enemies, and more especially…

- William Shirley

My purpose is to inspire people of all walks of life to discover the virtue inherent within them and to bring forth that virtue in their daily lives.

- William Shirley

I don't flatter myself with much dependence upon the present disposition of the Eastern Indians, who are many ways liable to be drawn into a rupture …

- William Shirley

Images have a unique power to impart that which is beyond words.

- William Shirley

The meanest inhabitants by their constant attendance generally form the majority and outvote the gentlemen, merchants and all the better Inhabitants!

- William Shirley

Images adorn our inner life and carry great power there.

- William Shirley

Words alone cannot fully convey the realities of the soul or the greatness of the human spirit.

- William Shirley