I climbed one pole to-day before
And it left my bones a trifle sore.
I’ll stay right here and rest a bit
The several places where I got hit.”
While thus they talked Muddy Pete and Cribs
Went off to buy some roasted ribs
And fried potatoes and muffins hot
And three cups of coffee in a pot.
As they ate their lunch they heard a ring,
Both quick and loud: ding! ding! ding! ding!