From 1733 to 1758 Poor Richards Almanac helped create the unique American identity in a homey, common sense, aspirational way. A few Bits of Wisdom from 1740…1740To hear other Peoples Afflictions, every one has Courage enough, and to spare. The poor have little, Beggars none; the Rich too much, enough not one. Observe all men; thy self most. Lend Money to an Enemy, and thou’lt gain him, to a Friend and thou’lt lose him.