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A Christmas Carol.

Wisest men and women,
Wisest ones are they
Who, to little children,
Give their hearts to-day.

Day for fond remembrance,
When, from far and near,
Speeds the wish and greeting:
Christmas day is here!

Sweet the olden story,
"On earth peace: good-will":
Words of benediction
Linger with us still.

Blessed words and tender
For the Christmas-tide:
In our hearts forever
May their peace abide!

Sing a song of Christmas!
Sing of joy and cheer;
Sound the pealing anthem:
Christmas day is here!