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Dedicated to Corporal Frank B. As I was walking on the beach, A corporal did me see; He said right off, "Dear Baby June, Will you my wifie be?" I fainted quite, From joy, not fright, And in his arms did fall; I nestled there, So free from care, And called to him, "My all!"

As we did talk on the sandy walk, A private came stalking by; He said right off, "'There's Baby June, The girl for whom I'd die!" To see him by, I had to cry, I was so happy then; Head on his blouse, I breathed my vows To both artillerymen.

I took their brawny hands in mine, Then kissed till they were sore; I slapped and slapped each soldier brave, These mighty men of war; For their love taps, And playful slaps, I also entered plea:— Sweet words they breathed, While me they wreathed, Down by the murmuring sea.