Why the Socialist Party Is Growing
(Dedicated to the School of Journalism)
By Franklin P. Adams
(See page [695])
“A story,” the reporter said, “about commercial crime.
A merchant’s been convicted of selling phony stuff.
The sentence is a thousand meg and seven years of time—”
“A hundred words,” the city Ed. replied, “will be enough.”
“A story,” the reporter said, “about a crimson dame
Just landed from the steamer, wearing slippers that are red.
She used to be the Dearest Friend of Emperor Wotsisname—”
“Three columns and a layout!” cried the eager city Ed.