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The bicycle is the steed that never tires, and is 'mettlesome' in the fullest sense of the word. It is full of tricks and capers, and to hold his head steady and make him prance to suit you is no small accomplishment.
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She who succeeds in gaining the mastery of the bicycle will gain the mastery of life.
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If I am asked to explain why I learned the bicycle I should say I did it as an act of grace, if not of actual religion.
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As a temperance reformer I always felt a strong attraction toward the bicycle, because it is the vehicle of so much harmless pleasure, and because the skill required in handling it obliges those who mount to keep clear heads and steady hands.
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Nobody ever did anything very foolish except from some strong principle.
William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne
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Born:
September 28, 1839
Died:
February 17, 1898
(aged 58)
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