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Ben’s frank advice is still timely

January marks the 300th birthday of Benjamin Franklin – American patriot, printer, journalist, scientist, inventor, philosopher, philanthropist, statesman, diplomat and author. Born in Boston on Jan. 17, 1706, he spent most of his life in Philadelphia and Europe, where he played a key role in getting the French government to support the American Revolution.

In his day, Franklin was famous for his publication of "Poor Richard’s Almanack," which contained a host of wise sayings that are just as applicable today. Some of my favorites include:

By: Harvay Mackay

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