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  1. A quotation from Ben Franklin

    Robbers must exalted be,
    Small ones on the Gallow-Tree,
    While greater ones ascend to Thrones,
    But what is that to thee or me?

    Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist, philosopher, aphorist
    Poor Richard Improved (1748 ed.)

    More about this quote: wist.info/franklin-benjamin/85…

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  2. A quotation from Franklin

    In Christmas feasting pray take care;
    Let not your table be a Snare;
    But with the Poor God’s Bounty share.

    Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist, philosopher, aphorist
    Poor Richard Improved (1748 ed.)

    More about this quote: wist.info/franklin-benjamin/35…

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  3. A quotation from Franklin

    He is not well-bred, that cannot bear Ill-Breeding in others.

    Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist, philosopher, aphorist
    Poor Richard Improved (1748 ed.)

    More about this quote: wist.info/franklin-benjamin/32…

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