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“When a man has reverence for life, he will never do anything to harm, hinder or destroy life. Instead he bends every effort to help life to fulfill its highest destiny. He strives to maintain, enhance and assist life to make the most of itself.”

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Wilferd Peterson

Wilferd Peterson was a renowned author whose works spanned a variety of fields, including history, literature, and philosophy. He was born on August 21, 1900, and passed away on June 2, 1995. more

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