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SONG.—THE SMILE.


Let others love the pearly tear,
    The blushing cheek adorning;
And say, 'tis like the dew-drop clear,
    That gems the rose of morning.

Let others love to see the fair
    With pensive mien appearing;
Be mine, to hail the sprightly air,
    The dimpled smile endearing.

It speaks good-humour's mild control,
    With magic fascination;
It tells the feelings of the soul,
    With sportive animation.