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The whole economy of this lower world proves that it is by labor and perseverance only that good is obtained and evil is avoided.

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Patrick Henry
Age: 63 †
Born: 1736
Born: May 29
Died: 1799
Died: June 6
Governor Of Virginia
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Politician
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Hanover County
Virginia
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