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Of all mechanics, of all servile handycrafts-men, a gamester is th

Of all mechanics, of all servile handycrafts-men, a gamester is the vilest. But yet, as many of the quality are of the profession, he is admitted amongst the politest company. – John Gay

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How the mother is to be pitied who hath handsome daughters! Locks, bolts, bars, and lectures of morality are nothing to them: they break through them all. They have as much pleasure in cheating a father and mother, as in cheating at cards. – John Gay

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The only man who makes money following the races is one who does it with a broom and shovel. – Elbert Hubbard

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No human being is innocent, but there is a class of innocent human actions called Games. – W. H. Auden

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The best throw of the dice is to throw them away. – English Proverb

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Rule: Never perform card tricks for the people you play poker with. – Proverb

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