JOHN BULL
Why was the rubicund old gent Chosen to represent the nation And fit so dramatically Each diplomatic situation? Some say a punch arist’s hunch First had him so depicted John Bull came and saw and conquered Has ne’er been contradicted. ‘Honest John’ in every mood Resisting evil, supporting good; Always d<ping the best he can; Scorning deceit, hard to beat— A fine old English gentleman! Typical of the bulldog breed; Ready to follow word with deed. To strike for friend, or down-trod-den foe With courage that will ne’er let go Until his terms to end the scrap Are granted by the 'other chap. Then John will cease to grip and growl Forget and forgive the false and foul. Help to heal defeats cruel blows And make friends out of former foes. John Bull is synonymous with the stock That for centuries has withstood the shock Of all assaults designed to shame Liberty’s fair name and fame. And John will ever do the .same Until over all the world True federations flags unfurled. H. SERGANT.
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Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 10, Issue 90, 5 February 1947, Page 2
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176JOHN BULL Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 10, Issue 90, 5 February 1947, Page 2
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