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'In God We Trust' appears on the coins employed in small transactions, but we don't have it engraved on our check-books.

Philander Chase Johnson

It may be true that every man has his price, but it is only a fool who goes around constantly with the price-tag on public exhibition.

Philander Chase Johnson

When in doubt for an argument, turn to statistics. They sound wise and very few people will do the arithmetic necessary to contradict you.

Philander Chase Johnson

In some cases it would be really cheaper to send a member of Congress his salary and mileage by mail and let him stay at home.

Philander Chase Johnson

Modest demeanor is not only becoming but discreet; as soon as you begin pointing with pride to what you have done, you invite people to start asking questions.

Philander Chase Johnson

I could forgive a political opponent who managed to take an unfair advantage of me, but I could never forgive myself.

Philander Chase Johnson

The good opinion of posterity never pays dividends to the original investor.

Philander Chase Johnson

Philander Chase Johnson

Philander Chase Johnson

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Born: February 6, 1866

Died: May 18, 1939 (aged 73)

Bio: Philander Chase Johnson was an American journalist, humorist, poet, lyricist, and dramatic editor. At the time of his death, he had been a Washington Evening Star staff member for 47 years.

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