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Oliver C. Felton, Esq., of Brookfield
Far from his early charge, at four score years,The aged Teacher passed from earth away;
With saddened heart each distant pupil hears,
Who knew so well his worth in life's young day.
Faithful, and earnest; to his calling true,
With knowledge he the gift of teaching brought;
For not the lore of books alone he knew,
But by his life, and friendly guidance taught.
With honor passed his peaceful, happy age,
Serving, in after years, his town, and state;
In rural labors loved he to engage,
Till gathered, like a shock of corn, full late!
Long will his pupils cherish here his fame,
In love and honor hold their teacher's name.
Poem No. 113; c. 29 January 1875
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