Besides, mine is a useful trade,
Since, without me, no shoes are made;
Then let your heart to me incline,
And I am, with love, your Valentine.
THE ANSWER.
Tho’ you in my heart, Mr. Tanner, would glide,
I fear that you will tan my hide,
Which sure would kill this heart of mine,
If e’er you should, my Valentine.
Useful’s your art, I own ’tis true,