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Foreword
The Comet
Washington
The Storm
Jim, the Newsboy
March Wind Blow
The Rime of the Raftmen
A modest yet heartfelt collection of poems, gathered from youthful scribbles and later reflections, offers a window into the quiet rhythms of the Wayne Highlands and the larger sky above. The verses move from simple countryside observations to more expansive meditations, all written in a straightforward, early‑twentieth‑century voice that feels both personal and surprisingly universal.
The centerpiece, “The Comet,” gazes at the wandering fireball as a symbol of human ambition and the fleeting nature of our lives, blending celestial wonder with a gentle critique of pride. Other pieces echo similar themes—nature’s enduring presence, the passage of seasons, and the small but meaningful moments that stitch together everyday existence. Listeners will find a blend of rustic charm and philosophical curiosity that invites quiet contemplation without demanding lofty literary analysis.
Language
en
Duration
~32 minutes (31K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Nicole Henn-Kneif, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
Mar 5, 2013
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1880–1948
A small-town Pennsylvania newspaper editor who also wrote lyrical, early-20th-century verse, he balanced public service with a lifelong interest in poetry. His books often turn to nature, local life, memory, and civic feeling.
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