Illinois Verse/Thomas Arkle Clark
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Thomas Arkle Clark
Silvery hair and shrewd face, whimsical smileCrowning a slight and straightly boyish form,Kindly eyes forever seeking the bestYet seeing much of selfish human guile:Pilot true in many a violent stormMet in restless youth's unending quest.
Strenuous efforts made to save the farmEarly test the growing boy and trainCourage for future tasks,—bravely borne alone,Cheerful words and rarely tactful charm,Soothing the invalid mother's constant pain,Thousands of sick and troubled since have known.
Teacher,—stimulating, earnest and fair;Leader, counselor valued;—rapid his rise.Writer of The Eight O'clock that's openNow for all the world its wit to share.Steadfast ever, individual and wise;Dean of deans and friendly maker of man.