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And over banners, poles and all. In time the elephant was found And held as though in fetters bound; Their mystic power controlled the beast,-- He seemed afraid to move the least, But filled with wonder, limp and lax, He stood and trembled in his tracks, While all the band from first to last Across his back in order passed. [Illustration] [Illustration] So thus they saw the moments fly Till dawn began to paint the sky; And then by every flap and tear They made their way to open air, And off through lanes and alleys passed To reach their hiding-place at last. THE BROWNIES AT BASE-BALL. [Illustration] ONE evening, from a shaded spot, The Brownies viewed a level lot Where clubs from different cities came To play the nation's favorite game. Then spoke a member of the band: [Illustration] [Illustration] "This game extends throughout the land; No city, town, or village 'round, But has its club, and diamond ground, With bases marked, and paths between, And seats for crowds to view the scene. At other games we've not been slow Our mystic art and skill to show; Let's take our turn at ball and bat, And prove ourselves expert at that." Another answered: "I have planned A method to equip our band. There is a firm in yonder town, Whose goods have won them wide renown; Their special branch of business lies In sending forth these club supplies. The balls are wound as hard as stones, The bats are turned as smooth as bones, And masks are made to guard the nose Of him who fears the batter's blows, [Illustration] [Illustration] Or stops the pitcher's curves and throws. To know the place such goods to find, Is quite enough for Browny-kind!" [Illustration] [Illustration] When hungry bats came forth to wheel 'Round eaves and find their evening meal, The cunning Brownies sought the store, To work their way through sash and door. And soon their beaming faces told Success had crowned their efforts bold. A go
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