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When we are conscious of the least comparative merit in ourselves, we should take as much care to conceal the value we set upon it, as if it were a real defect to be elated or vain upon it is showing your money before people in want.

Colley Cibber

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Colley Cibber
Age: 86 †
Born: 1671
Born: November 6
Died: 1757
Died: December 11
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