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OUR FRIENDS
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Ladies, who of course admire
(And inspire
Now and then,)
Flowery phrases, words of fire,
On the lips of public men,
Never feel the least compunction
For an unction
Insincere;
Admiration is your function,
Blandishment your highest sphere.
Praise us always to our faces,
But in cases,
I implore,
Praise us less in public places,
And at home a little more.
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