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Table d' HÔTE, n.
[Old Paunchinello, freshly wed]
Old Paunchinello, freshly wed,
Took Madame P. to table,
And there deliriously fed
As fast as he was able.
Took Madame P. to table,
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As fast as he was able.
“I dote upon good grub,” he cried,
Intent upon its throatage.
“Ah, yes,” said the neglected bride,
“You're in your table d'hôtage.”
Intent upon its throatage.
“Ah, yes,” said the neglected bride,
“You're in your table d'hôtage.”
Associated Poets.
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