There was a certain ancient colored gentleman who was addicted
to the habit of excessive drink. When asked why he didn’t quit
he replied:
“It’s dis here way, boss. Jus’ as long as I kin quit when I
wants ter I ain’t in no danger. Jus’ as soon as I fin’ I kain’t
quit I’s gwine t’ swar off.”
There are numbers of drinking men who keep right on because they
think they can stop when they want to. They frequently find out
too late that they can not quit.
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