Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 554
An Actors life it is my choice,—A calling rich and pare,—With gesture wild and mighty voiceTo strut in the limelights glare. … But then when Romeo Id playAnd he was making love, My gentle voice would emulateThe cooing of the dove. And when Id play in comedy,Or crack a joke and sing. The laughter and applause Id getWould make the rafters ring. I hardly think the Building BoardWould like it very well,-— My always bringing…
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