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Before there was Netflix and Chill, there was Bartlett’s and Boink.

Magazine ad for Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations found in the July 7, 1972 issue of Life magazine.
Magazine ad for Bartlett’s Familiar Quotations found in the July 7, 1972 issue of Life magazine.

“Do… or do not. There is no try.” — Winston Churchill

John Bartlett’s “Familiar Quotations” was first printed in 1855. It’s still in print (many versions later), but it has also made the leap into the app world.

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When in doubt, mumble

When in charge, ponder When in trouble, delegate When in doubt, mumble

I found some curious vintage leadership advice at the local Goodwill store. And yes, it went home with me for the low, low price of $1.99.

It’s amazing how quotation marks can change the meaning of something.

Moahahahahahaha

Translation: “Until we kill you.”