Quote by Ambrose Bierce
Prescription: A physicians guess at what will best prolong the sit

Prescription: A physicians guess at what will best prolong the situation with least harm to the patient. – Ambrose Bierce

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Consul – in American politics, a person who having failed to secure an office from the people is given one by the Administration on condition that he leave the country. – Ambrose Bierce

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Zeal, n. A certain nervous disorder afflicting the young and inexperienced. – Ambrose Bierce

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