“It is a bad business, dealing in lottery tickets ... Riches got in such a hasty manner never wear well.”
Quote by Sarah Josepha Hale
Work
Ladies' Magazine and Literary Gazette
The Ladies' Magazine and Literary Gazette was a 19th-century periodical that catered to the interests of women, including literary works, fashion trends, and discussions on social matters pertinent to the female audience of the time. more
Author
Sarah Josepha Hale
Sarah Josepha Hale was an American writer, born on October 24, 1788, and died on April 30, 1879. She is known for her contributions to women's education and social reform, most notably for her work 'Mary Baker Eddy's Gift', which later became the prototype of the American Santa Claus. more
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