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I, Alexander B. Campbell, make this statement of the cause of my death to relieve the coroner of the necessity of an inq
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"I, Alexander B. Campbell, make this statement of the cause of my death to relieve the coroner of the necessity of an inquest, and also let my friends know the motive that led me to take my own life"

- Alex Campbell

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Alexander B. Campbell's quote is a powerful and heartbreaking declaration. It reveals his intention to take his own life and his desire to spare his loved ones the discomfort of an inquest. His words suggest that he was in a state of misery and felt that his death was the only method to alleviate his suffering. It is a terrible pointer of the destructive effects of mental illness and the value of seeking help. Campbell's quote is a suggestion that we must be vigilant in keeping an eye out for signs of depression and suicidal thoughts in our enjoyed ones and want to provide support and understanding. His words are a pointer that we must never take life for given and that we need to always strive to be kind and thoughtful to those around us.

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Alex Campbell somewhere between December 1, 1933 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from Canada. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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