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14 He was adored by all his men, For worthy ., Did all that lay within him to Promote the comfort of his crew.

If ever they were dull or sad, Their captain danced to them like mad, Or told, to make the time pass by, Droll legends of his infancy.

A feather bed had every man, Warm slippers and hot-water can, Brown Windsor from the captain's store, A valet, too, to every four.

Did they with thirst in summer burn? Lo, seltzogenes at every turn, And on all very sultry days Cream ices handed round on trays.

Then currant wine and ginger pops Stood handily on all the "tops;" And, also, with amusement rife, A "Zoetrope, or Wheel of Life."

New volumes came across the sea From libraree; The Times and Saturday Review Beguiled the leisure of the crew.

Kind-hearted , Was quite devoted to his men; In point of fact, good , Beatified The Mantelpiece.