Quote by Franklin Pierce Adams

There are plenty of good five cent cigars in the country. The trouble is they cost a quarter.

There are plenty of good five cent cigars in the country. Th

Summary

This quote highlights the irony or frustration of finding good-quality products at an affordable price. It suggests that while there may be many options available, they are often overpriced, making it difficult to access them. The phrase can be interpreted more broadly beyond cigars, symbolizing the challenges faced when seeking value or quality without being excessively burdened by high costs or price inflation. It speaks to the idea that sometimes the best things in life are affordable but may seem out of reach due to unfair pricing.

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Inflation

By Franklin Pierce Adams

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