“The flame of the inn is dim tonight, Too many vacant chairs. The sun has lost too much of its light, Too many songs have taken flight, Too many ghosts on the stairs. Charon, here's to you as man against man, I wish I could pick 'em the way you can!”
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Grantland Rice
Grantland Rice was an American journalist, writer, and orator renowned for his insightful sports reporting and literary talent. His work is known for its passionate prose and praise of the spirit of sports, which has had a profound impact on posterity. more
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