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In every age and clime we see,
Two of a trade can ne'er agree.
In every age and clime we see,
Two of a trade can ne'er agree.
Good habits result from resisting temptation.
Good habits result from resisting temptation.
Danger comes on us more speedily when we treat it with contempt.
Danger comes on us more speedily when we treat it with contempt.
That which two will, takes effect.
That which two will, takes effect.
The wrongs of a Husband or Master are not reproached.
The wrongs of a Husband or Master are not reproached.
He puts his boot on his head, and his foot in his helmet.
He puts his boot on his head, and his foot in his helmet.
To go where the King goes afoot (i.e. to the stool).
To go where the King goes afoot (i.e. to the stool).
Handsome features are a silent recommendation.
Handsome features are a silent recommendation.
Strict law is often great injustice.
Strict law is often great injustice.