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      "text": "\"The golden sunshine of Italy congealed into tears. Here's to the alcoholic brotherhood... much more suited to the frail human soul, if any, than any other sort.\"",
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      "text": "Who said I was wise? I'm a professional bad example. You can learn a lot by watching me. Or listening to me. Either one.",
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