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One of the greatest discoveries a man makes, one of his great surprises, is to find he can do what he was afraid he couldn't do.

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Henry Ford
Age: 83 †
Born: 1863
Born: July 30
Died: 1947
Died: April 7
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In the Ford Motor Company, we emphasize service equally with sales.
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With God in charge, I believe everything will work out for the best in the end.
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