Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 81
BROWNIES CANOEING. (May, As those of humbler, home-made type.And soon away sailed all the fleetWith every Brownie in his seat. The start was promising and grand,But little skill was in demand.They steered along as suited best,And let the current do the rest. So every river, great and small,Must… … All nature seemed to be aware That something strange was stirring there. The owl to-whooed, the raven croaked; The mink and rat with caution poked Their heads above the wave, aghast; While frogs a look of wonder cast And held their breath till all had passed. As every stream will show a bend, If…
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