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A am a great friend of public amusements, they keep people from vice - Samuel Johnson
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"A am a great friend of public amusements, they keep people from vice"

- Samuel Johnson

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Samuel Johnson's quote suggests that he believes public amusements are beneficial to society. He believes that by providing people with enjoyable activities, it can help to keep them away from engaging in more harmful activities such as vice. Johnson likely believes that by providing people with positive activities, it can help to keep them away from more negative activities. He likely believes that public amusements can provide people with an outlet for their energy and can help to keep them from engaging in activities that could be detrimental to their health or well-being. Johnson's quote suggests that he believes public amusements can be a positive influence on society and can help to keep people away from engaging in activities that could be harmful.

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Samuel Johnson, Small This quote is written / told by Samuel Johnson between September 18, 1709 and December 13, 1784. He was a famous Author from England. The author also have 150 other quotes.

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