As the famous Charter Oak kept thy government free and unmolested, so may the branches of this tree perpetuate to the world the constitution under which we as a nation live.
New York
The towering buildings of thy metropolis cry as they mount heavenward "Excelsior." May thy slogan be the slogan of our nation.
New Jersey
Proud are we of this the "Garden State of the Union." We love thee and the great Union of which thou art a part. For thee and our country we live and serve.
Pennsylvania
Live to the memory of thy founder, William Penn, father of peace and justice. This boon we would give to the world.
Maryland
Song—"Maryland, My Maryland."
Delaware