On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Now, the chances are strong that he won’t be much of a man unless he is a good deal of a boy.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “Now, the chances are strong that he won’t be much of a man unless he is a good deal of a boy.”
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This quote suggests that a robust and active childhood is foundational for developing into a capable and strong adult.
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