Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 109
ashed into the hail of fire,yelling as only Americansoldiers can. Two braveboys staggered and fell,while the other four swepton. The Filipino fire slack-ened as they drew nearer,and they gained the desert-ed trenches with a rush.Waving their guns, theydashed toward the block-house, while the… … Without, sharp bites the hungry, howling night. Swift-scudding drifts cloud oer the winter-frostedSky.Blackening afar, a fiery-crowned height Echoes tumultuous war.Within, bright comfort mocks the lowering sky;Hearts warm with love the deadening chill defy.Sweet summers dewy grace, the evening mist…
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