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“Idleness is paralysis.”

Quote by Roswell Dwight Hitchcock

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Roswell Dwight Hitchcock

Roswell Dwight Hitchcock, born on August 15, 1817, and died on June 16, 1887, was a historical figure of unknown identity. more

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