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Naumkeck River
Up Naumkeck they sail, and far explore,Upon each side, the unknown region round;
Upon the left, the locusts line the shore,
Where on the sandy bank they still are found;
Upon the right, the oak and walnut grow,
Towards the west, high rocky hills arise,
Where pines and savins dark their shadows throw;
While, at their feet, the grassy meadow lies;
Within the woods strange birds unnumbered sing,
The lively squirrels leap from tree to tree,
The sun-bright brooks their crystal tribute bring
To swell the tide that's hastening to the sea;
On every side, where'er they turn their eyes,
New sights and sounds the voyagers surprise.
Poem No. 752; c. 1878–80
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