Mary Chase Quotes

“Myrtle Mae, you have a lot to learn, and I hope you never learn it.”

“Doctor I’ve wrestled with reality for 40 years and I’m happy to say that I’ve finally won out over it.”

“Why did she leave all of her property to Uncle Elwood? Well, I suppose it was because she dies in his arms.”

“Oh, Myrtle you’ve got so much to offer. I don’t care what anyone says, there’s something sweet about every young girl.”

“I always have a wonderful time just where I am, whomever I’m with. I’m having a fine time right now with you, Doctor.”

“I would go there with a pretty young woman, a strange woman, a quiet woman.”

“I wouldn’t let her talk to me, but as I talked I would want her to reach out a soft white hand and stroke my head and say, “Poor think! Oh, you poor, poor thing!”

“In this world, Elwood, you must be oh-so-smart or -oh-so-pleasant. For years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. And you may quote me.”

“Einstein has overcome time and space. Harvey has overcome not only time and space--but any objections.”

“I can’t help but feel you’re making a mistake in not allowing that woman to talk. If she gets around at all, she may have picked up some very interesting little news items.”

“Miss Kelly, you know, when you wear my flower you make it beautiful.”