A bad manner spoils everything even reason and justice; a good one supplies everything - gilds a No, sweetens a truth, and adds a touch of beauty to old age itself.

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The best skill at cards is knowing when to discard.

The best skill at cards is knowing when to discard.

Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil.

Friendship multiplies the good of life and divides the evil.

A man of honour should never forget what he is because he sees what others are.

A man of honour should never forget what he is, because he sees what others are.

Hope has a good memory gratitude a bad one.

Hope has a good memory, gratitude a bad one.

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    Good night and sweet dreams, my love!

    Good night and sweet dreams, my love!

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