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 The Worsted Man Babette. You are a pessimist, Mr. Woolley. Doll. Not I. Listen. (Sings.) If you re seeking another receipt for this sentiment, Cherished by all men, from Adam to Bill The Kaiser of Germany, he is the gent I meant Men of the tropics or arctical chill; Take all the affections, the brother and sistery; Feeling of Jacky for dear little Jill; Caress of a plaster that s luridly blistery ; Joy of a nightingale trilling her trill; The pride of a mother when bright little brotherkin Plays a rich joke on his uncle or other kin; Smile of a father, a trifle hysterical, Watching his hopeful when kicking the spherical 34