To measure human breath 'gainst Ocean Wind.

"Laden with Nuts" her clearance shows. Four Bells!

She's off! to fight for Peace with all those shells.

No Port, however, figures in her quest,

Her "papers" show,—and this is manifest!

The Dove of Peace, perched on the mizzen-top,

Hath disappointments sticking in her crop.

The peaceful bird is shy and very frail;

Can't stand the weight of salt upon her tail;

The War has made her nervous, and the roar