So, you see, Sir Walter Raleigh’s patriotism was paid for by death. The trouble with him was, he was too much of a man.
Nowadays—when a soldier or sailor does something for England—they give him a Hip! Hip! Hurray!
He is appreciated. He is presented with titles, honors, and a warm reception.
Then, when a man did something for England, those in power gave him the cold shoulder; the icy stare.
That’s the reason why England’s sons will do something for her now. If she had kept treating them as she did Sir Walter Raleigh she wouldn’t have many of them around when it came to a fight. And, some day, she’ll need them all!
So when a fellow does something really great, don’t greet him with frozen silence. Cheer! He needs it! Besides,—it won’t hurt you!
Give a tiger and three times three!
THE VANISHED SAILORS
Say, sailors, what’s happened to young Bill Jones?
Jones of Yarmouth; the bright-cheeked boy?
Jones who could handle a boat like a man,
Jones, who would grapple a smack like a toy?