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The leading characteristic of the savage state is its refusal or avoidance of industry.
 Arthur Brisbane

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A good friend can tell you what is the matter with you in a minute. He may not seem such a good friend after telling.
 Arthur Brisbane
While the fool is enjoying the little he has, I will hunt for more. The way to hunt for more is to utilize your odd moments...the man who is always killing time is really killing his own chances in life.
 Arthur Brisbane