12+ Clara Barton Inspirational Quotes. Economy, prudence, and a simple life are the sure masters of need, and will often accomplish that which, their opposites, with a fortune at hand, will fail to do. Clara barton i may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, i can stand and feed and nurse them. • a ball had passed between my body and the right arm which supported him, cutting through the sleeve and passing through his chest from shoulder to shoulder. "economy, prudence, and a simple life are the sure masters of need, and will often accomplish that which, their opposites, with … It is the music i sleep by, and i love it…. The patriot blood of my father was warm in my veins. I shall remain here while anyone remains, and do whatever comes to my hand.". There was no more to be done for him and i left him to his rest. Quotations by clara barton, american public servant, born december 25, 1821. If i can't be a soldier, i'll help soldiers.