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I've lately had two spiders Crawling upon my startled hopes-- Now though thy friendly hand has brushed 'em from me, Yet still they crawl offensive to mine eyes: I would have some kind friend to tread upon 'em.
Colley Cibber
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Colley Cibber
Age: 86 †
Born: 1671
Born: November 6
Died: 1757
Died: December 11
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