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POEMS BY CLARA A. MERRILL
True, the brilliant paved streets are abounding With wonders and charms ever new—But, if from the country excluded Oh! what would the city folks do?
Then have praise and respect for the farmer— Be cordial to him when you meet—Ne'er pass him with countenance scornful Or gaze at the "old codger's" feet, Though he has not the costly apparel Which you wear with such elegant grace—Remember, you can't live without him Nor can aught in the world fill his place.
