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It is admitted that all men have an equal right to the enjoyment of their life, property and personal security and it is the duty as it is the object, of government to protect every man in this enjoyment.
Noah Webster
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Noah Webster
Age: 84 †
Born: 1758
Born: October 16
Died: 1843
Died: May 28
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