Young Folks
WANTED Wanted—a boj who is manly and just, One that you feel you may honour and trust. Who cheerfully shoulders what life to him. brings, Its sunshines and pleasure or troublesome things; Whoso eyes meet your own with no shadow of fear, No wile on the face that is open and clear; Straightforward in purpose and ready to push— For “abird in the hand is worth two in the bush; Who quickly refuses a something to gain, If it brings to another a sorrow or pain; Willing to hold the right ever dear, Patient, and unheeding the scoff or the jeer. Doing his will with true heart elate : Wanted that boy whatever his state. Wanted —a girl, not a butterfly gay ; Gentle and sweet, in a womanly way, No beautiful picture, languid and fair, That always seems labelled “ please handle with care But one in whose heart is true hidden worth. And faithfully follows its mission on earth. Hopeful and earnest in helping and giving, Find plenty to do in the life she is living, Filling its duties with quiet content, Whether adverse or pleasant, just as they’re sent; In the garb of a queen or in homespun, arrayed, Whatever her station —is needed that maid. —[Philadelphia Times
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Southern Cross, Volume 1, Issue 16, 15 July 1893, Page 10
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210Young Folks Southern Cross, Volume 1, Issue 16, 15 July 1893, Page 10
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