American writer (1866-1944)
A rolling stone gathers no moss and therefore will not be derided as a moss-back. Roll as much as possible.
GEORGE ADE
"The Fable of the Old Fox and the Young Fox", True Bills
Always interline a contract before signing it, merely to impress the Party of the First Part. The one who puts his signature to Articles of Agreement drawn up by the other fellow is establishing a dangerous precedent.
GEORGE ADE
"The Fable of the Old Fox and the Young Fox", True Bills
Even the elders can give a number of helpful hints.
GEORGE ADE
"The Fable of the Old Fox and the Young Fox", True Bills
In the city a funeral is just an interruption of traffic; in the country it is a form of entertainment.
GEORGE ADE
Cosmopolitan Magazine, Feb. 1928
Give the people what they think they want.
GEORGE ADE
"The Fable of the Preacher Who Flew His Kite, But Not Because He Wished To Do So", Fables in Slang