Illinois Verse/Torch

by Anna Shattuck Palmer

For works with similar titles, see Torch.

Torch

Bearers of the torch,
 Honorable and high,
Juniors, chosen vestals,
 Never let the flame die.

Yellow scarfs betoken
 Firmest friendship's tie;
At the ends are graven
 Torch and U. of I.

Gathering oft together,—
 Fireside talks and fun,—
Dear will be the memory
 In the years to come.