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The able have no desire to appear to be so, and this is part of their ability.
John Lancaster Spalding
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John Lancaster Spalding
Age: 76 †
Born: 1840
Born: June 2
Died: 1916
Died: August 25
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Lebanon
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Worry, whatever its source, weakens, takes away courage, and shortens life.
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If there are but few who interest thee, why shouldst thou be disappointed if but few find thee interesting?
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They who see through the eyes of others are controlled by the will of others.
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