Oh, would that we had charity
For every man and woman:
Forgiveness is the mark of those—
We know “to err is human.”
Then let us banish jealousy,
Let’s lift our fallen brother,
And as we journey down life’s road
Do good to one another.
“Excellent—admirable!” cried several voices.
“I call that a fine sentiment,” said Mr. Whittock. “I wish men and women would act up to it. There’s a great deal too much meddling in this world.”