“Every person, whether in wartime or not, should keep a pistol and rifle in his house at all times. If a person is not going to protect himself, and wishes the government to do it for him, how can he complain when the government decides to protect itself against him, and executes him?”
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William Powell
William Powell, born on July 29, 1892, in New York, was a distinguished American actor. He achieved great success in both film and theater, particularly renowned for his work in the 1930s and 1940s. Powell was celebrated for his elegance and acting prowess, winning an Academy Award for Best Actor. more
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