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They have just succeeded in raising the two thousand pounds here, by subscription, that was wanted towards an exploration fund, for fitting out an expedition, that will probably start for the interior of our continent next March.
William John Wills
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— William John Wills

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They have just succeeded in raising the two thousand pounds here, by subscription, that was wanted towards an exploration fund, for fitting out an expedition, that will probably start for the interior of our continent next March. — William John Wills

About William John Wills

William John Wills was a Scientist from Australia (1834–1861).

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This quote is attributed to William John Wills, a Scientist from Australia.
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William John Wills lived from 1834 – 1861.