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01Undated

Every improvement in communication makes the bore more terrible.

Frank Moore Colby / quote

02Undated

Many people lose their tempers merely from seeing you keep yours.

Frank Moore Colby / quote

03Undated

That is the consolation of a little mind you have the fun of changing it without impeding the progress of mankind.

Frank Moore Colby / quote

04Undated

Men will confess to treason, murder, arson, false teeth, or a wig. How many of them will own up to a lack of humor?

Frank Moore Colby / quote

05Undated

Cast your cares on God that anchor holds.

Frank Moore Colby / quote

06Undated

I know of no more disagreeable situation than to be left feeling generally angry without anybody in particular to be angry at.

Frank Moore Colby / quote