Cox, Palmer, 1840-1924 · New York, The Century co · leaf 33
To guard the river deep and wideThat stretched away to ocean tide.Through narrow streets the Brownies boundThat in the lower town are found.And then with nimble feet they flyTo reach the upper town so high. THE BROWNIES IN CANADA. J:;v; … Said one, who paused to look around :My friends, we tread historic ground;T was up this path, so rough and steep,The British did at midnight creep,With guns unloaded in then hands,Obedient to the strict commands,For fear an accidental shotMight bring the Frenchmen to the spot.Full in the van, with…
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