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McParlin, Thomas A. (1825-1897) Poem

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02649.24 Author/Creator: McParlin, Thomas A. (1825-1897) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Autograph manuscript Date: 28 July 1862 Pagination: 2 p. ; 20.3 x 12.5 cm. Order a Copy

Two stanza poem in McParlin's hand (author unknown) about someone being watched over from the heavens. Written on stationery of the 37th U.S. Congress, House of Representatives.

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July 28th, 1862.
I.
When stars are in the quiet skies
Then most I pine for thee
Bend o'er me then, thy tender eyes
As stars look on the sea
The thoughts of thee too sacred are
For daylight's common beam

II.
There is an hour when Angels keep
Familiar watch o'er men,
When coarser souls are wrapt in sleep
Sweet spirit meet me then

[2]
There is an hour when holy dreams
In slumbers gently glide
And in that mystic hour it seems
That thou art by my side.

McParlin, T. A. (Thomas Andrew), 1825-1897
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

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