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1865–1914

He, at parting.

Madison Julius Cawein

Yes, to-morrow; when the morn, Pentecost of flame, uncloses Portals that the stars adorn, Whence a golden presence throws his

Fiery swords and burning roses At the wide wood's world of wall, Spears of sparkle at each fall; Then together let us ride

Down deep-wood cathedral places, Where the pilgrim wild-flowers hide, Praying Sabbath in their faces; Where in truest untaught phrases,

Worship in each rhythmic word, Sings no migratory bird.... Pearl on pearl the high stars dight Jewels of divine devices

‘ Round the Afric throat of Night; Where yon misty glimmer rises Soon the white moon crystallizes Out of darkness, like a spell.—

Late,‘ t is late. Till dawn, farewell.

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