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NYG(W.762.035
29 Mar 1762:11,12,13 (171)
[Article on Good Humour, selected from the Genius, a well
wrote paper in England]
. . . [1 paragraph on benefits of good humour]
A husband, friend, acquaintance, master, or even servant,
however faithful or affectionate, will occasion many
miserable hours to himself, as well as to those with whom he
is connected, if his virtues are not seasoned with good-
humour; and whether he is a partner for life, ar a partner
in a Country-Dance, an associate in great and mighty
undertakings, as a companion in a post-chaise, he should, on
every occasion, cherish and keep alive this agreeable
disposition.
. . . [1 paragraph]
We are pleased with the aukward fondness and fidelity of a
dog: Montaigne could discover agreeable musick in the good-
humoured purring of his cat;
. . . [5 paragraphs]
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