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In order that all men might be taught to speak truth, it is necessary that all likewise should learn to hear it.
Samuel Johnson
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Samuel Johnson
Age: 75 †
Born: 1709
Born: September 18
Died: 1784
Died: December 13
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Advice is seldom welcome. Those who need it most, like it least.
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