The Poetry Corner

A Glimpse Of China. Over The Samovar. {69A}

By Francis William Lauderdale Adams

(Foo-chow.) "Yes, I used always to think That you Russians knew How to make the good drink As none others do. "And I thought moreover, (Not with the epicures), You might search the world over For such women as yours. "In both these matters now I perceive I was right, And I really can't tell you how Much I delight "In my third (Thanks, another cup!) Idea of the fun, When your country gets up And follows the sun! "And just as in Europe, see, There's a conqueror nation, So why not in Asia be A like jubilation? "Taught as well as organized, {69b} The eternal Coolie, From being robbed and despised, Takes to cutting throats duly! "But - please, don't be flurried; For I daresay by then You'll be comfortably buried, Ladies and gentlemen! "No more, thanks! I must be going! I'm so glad to have made this Opportunity of knowing Some more Russian ladies!"