The best kind of charity is to help those who are willing to help themselves. - P. T. Barnum

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The best kind of charity is to help those who are willing to help themselves.

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About P. T. Barnum

Phineas Taylor Barnum (5 July 1810 – 7 April 1891) was an American showman who is remembered for founding the circus that eventually became Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. He is also known for his entertaining hoaxes.

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Birth Name: Phineas Taylor Barnum.
Native Name: Phineas Barnum
Alternative Names: Phineas Taylor Barnum • PT Barnum • P.T. Barnum • Barnum
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But however mysterious is nature, however ignorant the doctor, however imperfect the present state of physical science, the patronage and the success of quacks and quackeries are infinitely more wonderful than those of honest and laborious men of science and their careful experiments.
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