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 32 The Old JVorth Church of Concord.

We have with us a scholar versed, indeed, In all the wisdom human beings need : — A ready writer, clear, concise ; and cool, Etflcient teacher in his [)rivate school ; A man already widely known to fame — Why deed I mention Amos Hadley's name?

If banks we want, we need be at no loss While we have amiable and gentle Cross. Indeed we run the very smallest risk In leaving all our wealth with Mr. Fiske. One thing alone prevents our being rash, — Not want of confidence, but — want of cash !

We have with us a politician grav, Not one, however, who will friends betray ; A grateful state enlists him in her cause, And trusts him with the making of the laws : From Enoch Gerrish, senator-elect. The highest statesmanship we may expect.

Now many more would my attention claim. To fitly honor or [)ronounce the name ; But there, the door you need no longer hold, Although my story is but partly told : There are so many gathered in one fold, I cannot do full justice to them all, — Perhaps would better not have tried at all.

But if you will for just a moment wait, I will a very mournful tale relate : \It is the sad and melancholy fate Of one who tried to pass St. Peter's gate, But was, I grieve to say, a little late.

But better late than never, I contend. To brino; my nonsense rhvme to sudden end.

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