I have long been disposed to judge men by their average. If it is reasonably high, I am … - E. W. Howe

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It is acceptance of the will of God - waiting, if necessary, forever, happily rising above your desires and above your frustrations to always do what is right. Always do what is right. This is the spiritual study.

E. W. Howe

I have long been disposed to judge men by their average. If it is reasonably high, I am charitable with faults that look pretty black.

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A man has a right to think lots of things he has no right to say.

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Good manners do more for a man that good looks.

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Probably you have noted the resemblance of the critic to the crank.

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