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344 Welcome back, you little nations,

Far-travelled in the south plantations;

Bring your music and rhythmic flight,

Your colors for our eyes' delight:

Freely nestle in our roof,

Weave your chamber weatherproof;

And your enchanting manners bring

And your autumnal gathering.

Exchange in conclave general

Greetings kind to each and all,

Conscious each of duty done

And unstainèd as the sun.

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