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Quote by Lord Chesterfield
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Manners must adorn knowledge and smooth its way in the world, without them it is like a great rough diamond, very well in a closet by way of curiosity, and also for its intrinsic value; but most prized when polished. – Lord Chesterfield

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In matters of religion and matrimony I never give any advice because I will not have anybodys torments in this world or the next laid to my charge. – Lord Chesterfield

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Sex: the pleasure is momentary, the position ridiculous, and the expense damnable. – Lord Chesterfield

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