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CHAMPAGNE.

Less for thy grace and glory, land of ours,

Than for thy dolour, dear,

Let the grief go; and here—

Here’s to thy skies, thy women, and thy flowers!

France, take the toast, thy women and thy roses;

France, to thy wine, more wealth unto thy store!

And let the lips a grievous memory closes

Smile their proud smile once more!