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What dependence can I have on the alleged events of ancient history, when I find such difficulty in ascertaining the truth regarding a matter that has taken place only a few minutes ago, and almost in my own presence!

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Walter Raleigh
Died: 1618
Died: October 29
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Desire attained is not desire, But as the cinders of the fire.
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