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IS shop is a grocer’s—a snug, genteel place,
 * Near the corner of Oak Street and Pearl;

He can dress, dance, and bow to the ladies with grace,
 * And ties his cravat with a curl.

He’s asked to all parties—north, south, east, and west,
 * That take place between Chatham and Cherry;

And when he’s been absent, full oft has the “best
 * Society” ceased to be merry.

And nothing has darkened a sky so serene,
 * Nor disordered his beauship’s Elysium,

Till this season among our élite there has been
 * What is called by the clergy “a schism.”

’Tis all about eating and drinking—one set
 * Gives sponge-cake, a few “kisses” or so,

And is cooled after dancing with classic sherbet,
 * “Sublimed” (see Lord Byron) “with snow.”