Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 30
spires of lore and art.Here on the path dost sit and waitUnder the elm trees at the gate. Had I a dole to give thee, dear,Who art so wild, yet without fear.Gladly would I that proffer makeFor thy sheer courage; thy bright sake ! But, little pensioner, my handsAre empty spite of thy demands.I can…
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