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Fred Allen

(1894—1956)

U.S. comedian

You only live once. But if you work it right, once is enough.

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(1894-1956) U.S. comedian A gentleman is any man who wouldn't hit a woman with his hat on. www.english-slang.com

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(1894-1956) U.S. comedian Hanging is too good for a man who makes puns; he should be drawn and quoted. www.english-slang.com

Fred Allen

(1894-1956) U.S. comedian I always have trouble remembering three things: faces, names, and--I can't remember what the third thing is. www.english-slang.com

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(1894-1956) U.S. comedian For a Cannibal Martini, take 1/3 vermouth, 2/3 gin, and into this drop a small girl named Olive. www.english-slang.com

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