Give me snuff, whiskey, and Swedes, and I will build a railroad to hell. - James J. Hill

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While I wouldn't object to work at a restaurant or a different place that sells decent-or-better food, I think that I can learn much more by becoming a coder.

James J. Hill

Give me snuff, whiskey, and Swedes, and I will build a railroad to hell.

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