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Fine writers should split hairs together, and sit side by side, like friendly apes, to pick the fleas from each others fur.

Logan Pearsall Smith

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Logan Pearsall Smith
Age: 80 †
Born: 1865
Born: October 18
Died: 1946
Died: March 2
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