  Said Governor Tom to the law-making boys: "You are green at the bus'ness, I know; It is well that you move rather slow; If you'll let me advise, You'll be worthy and wise, And the people secure in their joys,—" Said Governor Tom to the boys. Said Governor Tom to the law-making boys: "I will warn you of dangers that lurk In the ways of your dangerous work; If the lobbies entice, You should take my advice, And turn a deaf ear to their noise,—" Said Governor Tom to the boys. Said Governor Tom to the law-making boys: "In the passing of measures immense Is involved quite a lot of expense, And the armies that stand When there's peace in the land Said Governor Tom to the boys. Said Governor Tom to the law-making boys: "It is well to remember the wills Of the people who settle the bills, And the anger that lurks In the hosts at the works Is a matter that greatly annoys,—" Said Governor Tom to the boys! The boys heard the message, each sentiment seized, And then went ahead and did just as they pleased; And no one would know From the way that they go, From the money they spend and the peace they destroy, What the Governor said to each law-making boy! |
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