If you would become a fool, be a Drunkard; and you will soon lose your understanding.
If you wish to unfit yourself for rational intercourse, be a Drunkard; for that will accomplish your purpose.
If you are resolved to kill yourself, be a Drunkard; that being a sure mode of destruction.
If you would expose both your folly and secrets, be a Drunkard; and they will soon be made known.
If you think you are too strong, be a Drunkard; and you will soon be subdued by so powerful an enemy.
If you would get rid of your money without knowing how, be a Drunkard; and it will vanish insensibly.
If you would have no resource when past labor but a workhouse, be a Drunkard; and you will be unable to provide any.
If you are determined to expel all comfort from your house, be a Drunkard; and you will soon do it effectually.
If you would be always under strong suspicion, be a Drunkard; for little as you think it, all agree that those who steal from themselves and families will rob others.
If you would be reduced to the necessity of shunning your creditors, be a Drunkard; and you will soon have reason to prefer the by-paths to the public streets.