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Paleness of color destroys the majesty of a building; first, by hinting at a disguised and humble material; and, secondly, by taking away all appearance of age.

From The Poetry of Architecture Or, the Architecture of the Nations of Europe Considered in its Association with Natural Scenery and National Character by Ruskin, John

Paleness, weakness, consumption, scrofula, and too many other ailments, are the consequences of ill-filled lungs. 

From Health and Education by Kingsley, Charles

Paleness had rendered both of them horrible to behold.

From The Works of Horace by Horace

Paleness and debility, the earliest symptoms, are followed by mental prostration.

From Hygienic Physiology : with Special Reference to the Use of Alcoholic Drinks and Narcotics by Steele, Joel Dorman

Tullus, in this perilous juncture, vowed twelve Salii, and temples to Paleness and Panic.

From The History of Rome, Books 01 to 08 by Livius, Titus