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“You may have a barrelful of luck tomorrow. If so- fine. But don't expect it, and most of all, don't sit around waiting for it.”

Quote by Herman Lay

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Herman Lay
Herman Lay

Herman Lay, born on March 6, 1909, and died on December 6, 1982, was an individual with significant contributions in a specific field. Details about his life and achievements are limited. more

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