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  • Billy, in one of his nice new sashes, Fell in the fire and was burnt to ashes; Now, although the room grows chilly, I haven't the heart to poke poor Billy.

    - Harry Graham
      Ruthless Rhymes for Heartless Homes,'Tender- Heartedness'.

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