Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 101
d,And turn the nut to tighter thread;We 11 give the people round a chance Without mistake, or fuss, or clatter,We 11 never know—but that s no matter.Then speed if ever was requiredTo bring the finish they desired;Then blows were doubled, loads increased,And he did best who said the least.Some… … Across the swinging bridge to dance.But talk fell in with ringing strokeAnd turning wrench, and never brokeOr checked the rush that was begun,And would keep up till all was done.And what the Brownies build will stayIn spite of winds that round it playAnd whistle in the loudest keyAs they come…
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