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When a place advertises itself as 'World Famous,' you may be sure it isn't.
Herb Caen
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— Herb Caen

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When a place advertises itself as 'World Famous,' you may be sure it isn't. — Herb Caen

About Herb Caen

Herb Caen was a Journalist from United States (1916–1997).

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Who said "When a place advertises itself as 'World Famous,' you may be sure it isn't."?
This quote is attributed to Herb Caen, a Journalist from United States.
When did Herb Caen live?
Herb Caen lived from 1916 – 1997.