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A Christmas Carol.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL.
Sing a song of Christmas:
Sing of joy and cheer:
Ring the happy anthem:
Christmas day is here.

What if winds are blowing,
What if, in the air,
Gather fleecy snowflakes
Falling everywhere;—

If, o'er all earth's bosom,
Soft and smooth and light,
Winter spreads her garment,
Bridal dress of white.

What if leaves have vanished,
What if trees are bare,
Ermine robe and jewels
Richer are and rare.