Evening Republican, Volume 14, Number 20, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 24 January 1910 — Favored of Fate. [ARTICLE]

Favored of Fate.

I wisht I was a Congressman, So’s folks from far away Would hitch up teams an’ drive all night To hear what I might say. I’d like to see ’em, hats In hand. From all of fortune’s ranks, At first a-sayin’, “If you please,” An’ next a-sayln’, “Thanks.” When we address him no one thinks Of bein’ cold or rude; The nation greets him with a sense Of heartfelt gratitude. A-passin’ benefits around In every worthy cause, I’d rather be a Congressman Than any Santa Claus! —Washington Star.