A Quote by William J. H. Boetcker

Men must be honest with themselves before they can be honest with others. A man who is not honest with himself presents a hopeless case.

William J. H. Boetcker

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Before Case Himself Honest Hopeless Man Men Must Not Honest Others Presents Themselves

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William J. H. Boetcker
American - Priest
1873 - 1962

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