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More persons, on the whole, are humbugged by believing in nothing, than by believing too much.

P.T. Barnum (1810-1891) American showman [Phineas Taylor Barnum]
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Added on 1-Feb-04 | Last updated 1-Feb-04
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Every crowd has a silver lining.

P.T. Barnum (1810-1891) American showman [Phineas Taylor Barnum]
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The desire for wealth is nearly universal, and none can say it is not laudable, provided the possessor of it accepts its responsibilities, and uses it as a friend to humanity.

P.T. Barnum (1810-1891) American showman [Phineas Taylor Barnum]
Art of Money Getting, ch. 20 “Preserve your integrity” (1880)
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Added on 24-Aug-10 | Last updated 24-Aug-10
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