Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 389
I should nt wonder, now, at all, If t was the sorrel mare, A-munching such a lot of corn When there is none to spare Poor Polly raised her gentle headAnd gave a whinny low : Well, if my Master wishes it,I spose I 11 have to go.But as for what I eat, I m sure I plowed for many a day,And helped to… … I think I ve earned my keep, at least; But, then, ^- I m getting old,And if my Master thinks it best I m willing to be sold. : Well, well, perhaps t will not be you,So dont take on so, Poll; It may have been the brindle cowHe meant, now, after all; She cant be greatly prized, I m sure,A-roaming…
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