Harriet Monroe, ed. (1860–1936). The New Poetry: An Anthology. 1917.
The Socialists MarriageSarah N. Cleghorn
I
Of the impoverished Onward—
Where sat a frugal tailor,
Long risen before his shop-bell,
Painfully writing leaders
For the beloved propaganda—
A gust of fresh air blowing;
And past the presses walking,
A bride in a bright white dress.
So thrilling, pale and fragrant,
Unveiled she was and barefoot.
Her hair was bright and burning,
Her shadowy eyes most tender.
Came to her long-trothed lover,
I think I saw before them
The shadow of Saint Francis
Rise up to be their groomsman.