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“The earth is convulsed with a universal sob, and the roads are muddy with tears. But I do not call to mind a more touching picture of unavailing misery and ruin, and hopeless chaos, than the plug hat that has endeavored to keep sober and maintain self-respect while its owner was drunk.”

Quote by Edgar Wilson Nye

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Edgar Wilson Nye

Edgar Wilson Nye, born on August 25, 1850 and died on February 22, 1896, was an American journalist known for his humorous and satirical writing style. He often wrote commentaries on political and social issues for newspapers. more

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