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“Those who make happiness the chief objective of life are bound to fail, for happiness is a by-product rather than an end in itself.”

Quote by Joseph B. Wirthlin

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Joseph B. Wirthlin

Joseph B. Wirthlin, a distinguished businessman, was born on June 11, 1917, and passed away on December 1, 2008. He achieved remarkable success in the business world, leaving a lasting impression on future generations. more

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