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The joys of marriage are the heaven on earth, Life's paradise, great princess, the soul's quiet, Sinews of concord, earthly immortality, Eternity of pleasures.

John Ford

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John Ford
Age: 79 †
Born: 1894
Born: February 1
Died: 1973
Died: August 31
Film Actor
Film Director
Film Producer
Naval Officer
Screenwriter
Cape Elizabeth
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Jack Ford
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