I have rarely seen the face of a mechanic in the action of creation which was not fine, never one which was not earnest and impressive. (Thomas Nelson Page)

I have rarely seen the face of a mechanic in the action of creation which was not fine, never one which was not earnest and impressive.

Thomas Nelson Page

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