THE WAUPACA REPUBLICAN

December 11, 1896

 

OUR FORTY-THIRD ANNIVERSARY.

 

‘Tis forty-three years this midst of December,

Since “The Spirit” was born on the Indian land;

And the Great Spirit’s blessings were tearfully given,

As he moved him away with his vanishing band.

 

The Great Spirit went with his children away,

            And the places that knew him would know him no more;

But the young “Spirit” throve, grew lusty and strong,

            And on toward a glorious manhood did soar.

 

Vicissitudes came, and failures were frequent,

            Oft bringing a feeling of trembling and fear;

But “The Spirit” was plucky, and fought he way through,

            And greets you today with a record most clear.

 

The name may be changed, but “The Spirit” ne’er dies;

            Republican principles will e’er be our guide;

And the name “REPUBLICAN” cherish will we,

            And bear it aloft with a citizen’s pride.

 

                                                            CHARLES ROLLIN BRAINARD