SEA CAPTAINS’ HOUSES.
Old rooms, closed rooms, Full of many treasures; Pampas grass and teakwood, Curious carven things; Grinning Chinese idols, Lovely Canton vases. Old rooms, closed rooms, In you something sings:— Sings of sailing vessels, Brave in all their rigging, Off for Madagascar, Or slipping ’round the Horn; Indian Sea typhoons, Hatches closely battened. Cargoes rich in heirlooms, For children yet unborn. High rooms, proud rooms, Panelling and carving, Marble fireplaces, And crystal chandeliers; Faded Turkey carpets, Cornices of gilding. High rooms, proud rooms, Faithful through the years. Amelia W. Cushing.
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 18442, 18 April 1928, Page 12
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