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P0I2 Ovt*; / / ' I 1 IMRIg, GRAHAM & CO., PRINTERS AND PUBLISHERS, IRNER OF CHURCH AND COLBORNE STS., TORONTO, ONT L t> ^^ • — '-—^^,h JOHN JAMES STEWART COLLECTION \ 4-%i 7 ~7~^ /7/ao -, / 3Sa PAGES. BEAUTIFULLY BOUND. IMRIE'S POEMS. • I Second Edition. Post rr— for $1.00. With Phetosraph of Author. Interspersed with Music and Illustrations. POBMS OF Love, Home, Patriotism and Friendship ; Including Scotch Songs and Readings and a Number of Sacred Songs and Hymns. -Over 2,000 copies sold, and still in demand. Preparing for a new edition. Read the notices of the Canadian, American and English Press. IMBIE, GRAHAM & CO.. PubUshers, Corner of Church and Ool borne Streets, - TORONTO, ONT. SEbEGTIONS FROM THE WORK. THF LINKS THAT BIND US. Oh ! the fond links that bind us to this earth, Strong as bands of iron — yet fine as gold ; Partings and tears oft mingle with our mirth, — If loving much love never can grow cold ! Ah ! were it not for partings now and then, Love of home and friends were never tested,— Hardship and trial make the noblest men : Present pain is future joy invested ! The patriot's wistful eyes are dimm'd with tears When parting from his much lov'd native soil. His heart doth throb with many dotibts and fears. Yet Hope points forward though his soul recoil 1 But when the weary years have come and gone, And o'er the sea he homeward ploughs his way, He finds his former doubts and fears have flown, — Midnight with him hath changed to dawn of day I A mother parts with one — her only son, Each shows but half the anguish that they feel,— The voyage finished, or the battle won, What depths of love the meeting doth reveal ! Methinks such joy is ours when God, at last, Shall find us gathered 'neath Heaven's azure dome ; Our journeys, tears, and partings of the past, Will be as naught if we but reach our home ! tc NIAGARA FALLS. Oh ! Niagara ! as at thy brink I stand, My soul is filled with wonder and delight, To trace in thee that wonder-working Hand, Whose hollow holds the seas in balance light I Worthy art thou to be a nation's pride, — A patriot's boast — a world's unceasing wonder ; Like some bold monarch calling to thy side Subjects from every clime in tones of thunder ! Deep on my soul thy grandeur is impress'd, Thy awful majesty — thy mighty power — Thy ceaseless tumult and thy great unrest, Like nations warring in dread conflict's hour I Rainbows of glory sparkle round thy shrine, Cresting thy waters with effulgence bright ; And in thy foaming currents intertwine Rare coruscations of commingl'd light ! Like roar of battle, or like thunder's call, Thy deep-toned echoes roll with solemn sound I Great pillar'd clouds thy vapors rise, and fall — Like sparkling pearls — upon the thirsty ground 1' Rush on ! rush on ! in thy uncheck'd career, With avalanchic power thy course pursue; While rending rocks quake as with mortal fear, And stand in awe to let thy torrents through ! Naught but the hand of God could stay thy course, Or drive thee back to Erie's peaceful keep ! Then onward press with thy gigantic force, Till in Ontario's bosom luU'd to sleep ! Emblem of Freedom ! who would dare essay To bar thy noisy progress to the sea ? Then onward press ! while bord'ring nations pray For strength and wisdom to be great and free I "SCOTTY." Yes 1 ca' me ** Scotty " if ye will, For sic' a name can mean nae ill, O' a' nick-names jist tak' yer fill — I'm quite content wi' " Scotty I " To be a Scot is nae disgrace, Maist folk can trust a guid Scotch face,. He's never lang oot o' a place, — The honest, faithful "Scotty ! " y \ A Scotchman has the knack to plod, Through thick an' thin he'll bear his load, His trust is aye in richt an' God, — The perseverin' •• Scotty ! " He's 'tentive baith to kirk an' mart, To friends he's true an' hard to part, In life's great race he needs nae start, — •• I'll win or dee," says •• Scotty 1" An' if he meets wi' ane or twa O' Scotlan's sons when far awa', They'll 'gree like brithers ane and a', — A " clannish " man is " Scotty ! " Though aft he travels far frae home, He's aye a Scotchman a' the same, An' prood to crack o* Scotlan's fame, — A loyal son is " Scotty ! " Should Scotlan' ever need his help. He'll gie her enemies a skelp, An' mak' them rin like frichted whelp, And gie respect to " Scotty 1 " Then ca'me " Scotty" if ye will, Nick-name like that can wark nae ill ; I'll shake yer han' wi' richt guid-will, Whane'er ye ca' me " Scotty I " THE SWEETEST WORD ON EARTH IS HOME. The sweetest word on earth is home, To loving hearts most dear ; Where'er our footsteps seek to roam, Home thoughtf\are ever near. The mem'ries svyeet of life's spring-day Keep fresh and green forever, Like fragrant flowers they scent the way Adown life's winding river. Chorus. — The dearest spot beneath the skies Is that we call " our home ! " *Tis there we look with longing eyes, Though o'er the earth we roam ! Our homes may be where mountains rise Like dark green clouds to heaven ; Or where the valley-lily lies Our humble lot be given ; / Or on an island of the sea Oft by the tempest prest, No matter where our homes may be, To each that home is blest. Cho. — " The dearest spot," etc. The strongest love within man's breast Is love of life and home j Like fledglings hovering round their nest Our thoughts encircle home ; Our years may reach three-score-and-ten^ And full of changes be, Yet scenes of home will haunt us then When life was pure and free. Cho. — '• The dearest spot," etc. Where love hath cast her golden spell And kindest deeds are done, Where loving hearts unite to dwell, 'Tis heaven on earth begun ; Then cherish home with jealous care And let not strife prevail ; Thus for our " heavenly home " prepare,. Secure within the vail. Cho. — " The dearest spot," etc. YOUNG CANADA I Young Canada ! Arise ! Arise ! Let wisdom open wide your eyes, Be lulled by neither threats nor lies. Stand well the test of nations ! Though others sell their birthright cheap^ Be ours inviolate to kee^-l The rights and liberties we reap Through contact with great nations t Be true to country, Quten, and laws. Defend the " Statutes " clause by clause,. Stand by the right and Freedom's cause,. A peer among the nations 1 Our sires were men of noble birth, *Mong nations foremost on the earth, Where mountains rise, and seas engirth The glad homes of free nations ! Our heritage — from sea to sea — A glorious home for men shall be. As long as they shall dare be free. And stand among the nations 1 Our boast shall be " The Maple Leaf," Our toil's reward — the golden sheaf I Enough for us, and for relief Of other poorer nations I We envy not our neighbour's land, We'll guard our own with sword in hand, And by our attitude command Respect from other nations. A BUNCH OF HEATHER, ADDRESS ON RECEIVING A BUNCH OF HIGHLAND HEATHER IN? AMERICA. Dear token frae my native Ian', Thou bonnie bunch o' heather ! I'll shelter ye wi' tender han' Frae oor extremes o' weather ; I'll plant ye in a pat o* mool Brought a' the way frae Oban, An' slochan ye wi' water cool An' clear as frae Loch Loman' I An' when the Scotchman's day comes roon- Saint Andra's day sae chee-ie — I'll tak' ye wi' me to the toon, To busk my auld Glengerrie ; An' you'll see faces there you ken, Wha spelled wi' me the heather, — Braw Hielan' lasses an' their men Shall dance a reel thegither ! Then will I gie ye bit-by-bit, Each ane a sprig o' heather, — To keep ye a' I'll no be fit Aince we meet a' thegither f At sight o' you we'll a' feel good, We loe sae ane anither, For, ye maun ken, we're unco prood O' Scotlan' an' her heather ! How aft your purple face has seen Auld Scotia's heroes gather ? How aft the martyr's bluid hath been Spill'd ruthless on the heather? For Freedom, Liberty, an' Right, Read Scotland's deathless story, Our fathers left us by their might A heritage of glory ! K^ ^gn 8 WHERE DOTH BEAUTY DWELLS Look for the first faint streaks of morn That gild the eastern sky, Another day i'l beauty born, As mounts the sun on high ; Tinting the tops of highest towers With crimson and with gold, Meltirg the dew-drops from the flowers That peepingly unfold : There doth " the beautiful " abide In calm security ; The rosy morn — deck'd like a bride — Of virgin purity I Look for the eyes that beam with love, And sparkle with delight, To meet thy gaze— like stars above — Brightest in thy dark night ; Dispelling every thought of sin From out thy heart's great deep, Chasing the darkness from within, Or soothe thy ffears to sleep : There doth " the beautiful " abide In full maturity ; And there may thy fond heart reside Through all futurity I A SOUVENIR OF LOVE. Dearest, sweetest, fondest, best. Lean your head upon my breast ; Loving arms shall thee entwine, Loving hands be placed in mine ; Throbbing hearts with pleasure beat, Happy eyes in gladness meet ; Peace and joy now reign supreme, Love our all-absorbing iheme. Picture of a living love, True as angel-notes above ; Constant as the x^olar star Shining in the heavens afar ; Deep and boundless as the sea, Ever pure and ever free ; Warm and bright as Southern skies, Earthly Eden — Paradise! Love like this doth ever sing, Echoes wake and echoes ring ; Love and pain may sometimes meet, Love can make the pain a sweet ; 7 mmmmni^ 9 Grief and care shall flee away, Darkest night bo turn'd to day, ^Vinter snows to Summer showers, Autumn leaves to Spring's fresh flowers. Sordid pleasures have their day, 'I'ruth and Love shall ne'er decay ; Heaven and ear^l'« their blessings give, Love and Truth shall ever live. Then, let Love our bosoms thrill. Empty hearts may have their fill ; The poorest may be rich in love, IJless'd on earth and crown'd above ! A kiss THROUGH THE TELEPHONE. Thk telephone, In merry tone, Rang *' Tinkelty tinkelty-t^nk ! " I put my ear Close up to hear. And what d"d I hear, do you think ? •* Papa, hello ! 'Tis me, you know I " — The voice of my own little Miss ; — "You went away From home to day. But you never gave me — a kiss ! " It was a mistake, I was not awake, Before you went out of the house ; I think that a kiss Will not be amiss If I give it — sly as a mouse ! "So here goes, Papa, And one from Mamma, And another when you can come home : Just answer me this. Is it nice to kiss When you want through the dear telefome ? "" "Hello!" I replied, With fatherly pride, "I've got them as snug as can be ; I'll give them all back. With many a smack, As soon as I come home to tea ! " i 10 MY MITHERS GRAVE. I stan' beside the cauld head-stane, An* wat it wi' my tears ; An' whisper, " Mither, here's your wean You hav'tia^ seen for years 1 " Whan last I aw your dear, sweet face, An' heard your kindly tone, I little thought that this dread place So soon would claim its own. I plann'd to tak' you ower the sea To comfort an' to ease, Whaur you could end your days wi' me, An' dae maist as you please ; But, ah ! the Lord had ither plans, An' sent for you Himsel' ; His ways are no' aye like to man's, Yet does He a' things well ! But, though you cannot come to me, I yet shall gang to you, When death shall set my spirit free I'll mount yon starry blue. Where grief an' partings are no more Nor Death, nor any pain, You'll welcome me on Canaan's shore, We'll never pairt again ! Farewell ! most sacred spot to me, My dear auld mither's grave, I'll think o' thee when ower the sea, Ayont Atlantic's wave ; Our graves may yet be far apart, Our spirits joined shall be. There's aye a green spot in my heart, My mither dear, for thee ! THE TOUCH OF THE DIVINE. Each grain of sand by sounding sea, Each trembling leaf on quivering tree, Each blade of grass on dewy 'ea. Speaks volumes of Gods love to me ! The pearls that deep in ocean lie. The twinkling stars that gem the sky, The sunbeam, caught from noontide's eye, Direct my thoughts, oh God, to Thee ! The flowers that deck the fragrant dell, And o'er me cast their beauty-spell, I love them — for they seem, to tell The story of God's love to me ! ■( -^ — \ ■ 11 No matter where I wander free, By river, lake, or boundless sea, The touch of God's dear hand I see, And knc : by these He loveth me ! Oh, God ! Thou doest all things well, Earth, sea, and sky Thy wisdom tell, In heaven what must it be to dwell For ever, O my God, with Thee ! THERE IS A GOD/ There is a God !— I know full well, Though I have never seen His face ; Earth, sea, and sky. His power tell, His handiwork in these I trace. There is a God ! — the heavens declare His gracious presence night and morn : Sun, moon, and stars in God's pure air Laugh Infidelity to scorn. There is a God ! — each flower I see Seems but to live to speak His praise ; Each blade of grass, each leaf-crown 'd tree, Their heads in grateful gladness raise I There is a God !— thus saith the sea, Rock'd in the cradle of His hand ; Emblem of God's immensity, Mov'd by the winds at His command. There is a God ! — the mountains high Point to His heavenly throne above ! The stars that twinkle in the sky Proclaim a God — a God of love ! Thou art my God !— Thy Word doth show The imprint of a Hand Divine ; 'Tis from its pages that I know My soul is kindred soul to Thine ! DEAR LAND AYONT THE SEA. I STAND upon a foreign shore And gaze across the sea. Fond memories bridge the waters o'er. Sweet home-thoughts come to me ; Once more I see the bonnie hills. Feel gladsome, young and free, My heart with loyal rapture thrills — Dear land ayont the sea ! 12 I see once more the gowans fair And scent the hawthorn bloom, I feel the pure sweet mountain air Blow fresh from heather broom ; I hear glad voices as of yore Sing songs of love to me, Oh ! shall I ever see thee more, Dear land aycnt the sea ! May Heaven grant me this request Before the day I dee, To see the land I love the best, My birthplace o'er the sea : And oh ! methinks I would be blest, When soars my spirit free, To know my body yet would rest At hame ayont the sea. FREEDOM. \ Freedom is obedience to righteous law Framed for the guidance of a nation great ; Made to be kept — not l)roken by a flaw Known only to the rulers of the State ! Justice that treats the rich and poor alike, Defending each from favor or attack ; Slow to convict — yet ready aye to strike The fatal blow on all who honor lack ! A nation's strength is measured by her laws ; Her safety is the welfare of her sons ; Industry and loyalty the power that draws In peace her commerce, and in war her guns 1 Freedom — our birthright, sell it not for gold, Our fathers bought it with their blood of old ! REST! Rest is the peaceful calm that follows toil : Sweet to the labouring man who tills the soil ; Likewise most precious to the weary brain. Tired with the dull routine of loss or gain ; Or to the authors of our learned books, Who show the trace of study in their looks — ■ All value rest — all need those quiet hours As much as doth the plant those welcome show'rs Which Heaven sends to cool the fevered earth, And cause sweet Nature sing aloud with mirth. When God at first created earth and skies He " rested " in the shades of Paradise ! Likewise shall we, earth's care and labour o'er, Find rest the sweeter for the toils we bore ! ^-.•^ 13 ADDRESS TO JOHN IMRIE, BY A BROTHER BARD, \ From Donald F. Smith, Camlachie^ Ont. John Imrie, ye're a gifted chiel, Yer clinkin' sangs I loe them weel, Ye needna' heed the woralt's heel, Wi' a' her wrangs, For ye could earn yer meat an' meal Jist writin' sangs. There's mony poets in oor Ian' Jist made o' common lime an' san', But, Jock, ye're jest the mettel drawn An' shappit weel, By guid Dame Nater's honest han', Frae head to heel. It's sweetly dae ye gar it clink, Wi' pathos yoked to ilka link, Lang may yer canty muse aye blink Sae blyth an' clear, Till ye're out o'er Parnassus' brink Withoot a peer. Ye dinna praise thae daft M.P.'s, Wha hae a 'nack o' teUin' lees, But aye ye sing the Muse to please As suits thysel'. An' how ye dae it wi' sich ease ^ I canna tell. Some poets praise prood fashion's wiles, Or court aristocratic smiles. An' never heed the han' that toils, But this ye'U grant — Wherever vanity beguiles The muse is scant. Gie me the poet wha can sing O' Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring, Or spread with a majestic wing The patriot's page, An', hark, ye'U hear his echoes ring P>ae age to age. Gie me a bardie like yersel'. Ye sing but why ye canna tell. But when ye tak' the musey spell Ye hae the airt 'O' touchin' aye the inmost cell O' ilka heart. n H If critics cock their crabbit nose Heed not, dear Jock, their silly prose Just turn an' trample on their toes, They'll tak' their heels, They're but a set o' feeble foes, — Satire the deils ! An* sud ye happin on sich cattle, Wi' ony o' their ill-faured prattle. Ye needna' try, wi' honest battle. To stop their chat. But rhyme satire an' let it rattle, They'll no stan' that. If ony o* them nip yer line, An' ye are unco set for time, Gie me the wink — my aid is thine — An* faith they'll be Another daft-like herd o' swine Droon'd in the sea. So, Imrie, here's to you this night. An* may immortal honors bright Crown thee, yea, as a shining light,. While folk in thrangs Wi' kings an* princes in their might Sing loud thy sangs. TO JOHN IMRIE. From Albert E, S. Smythe, Toronto. Imrie, your lyrics pass the laws of kings Whose dread decrees but steel'd the captive's heart j: Your home-taught lays a softer power impart, — Love, joy, and peace, the might that mercy brings : And, though your muse lack flight of angel's wings. To walk and talk with men is no mean art ; Strong in life's straits, secure against death's dart,„ Attuned to truth, foreprizing hallowed things ; Not of the mockers, nor of those who make Love's sacrament a feasting, passion-spic'd ; Not lucre-thrall 'd, nor canker'd with the ache Of envy ; free of almsdeed honour-priced ; Not of the world ; but humbly, for His sake, Striving the nobler manhood after Christ. 10 A GOLDEN WEDDING. Fifty years of wedded life, Half a century of bliss, Since we first were man and wife. What a consummation this ! Through the sunshine and the shower. Bound in golden bands in one. Hand-in-hand in darkest hour, We the race of live have run. True to vows of early years, Faithful to each other's love. Yet with tenderness and tears. Ripening for the courts above. Years of joy, and love and peace, Full of happiness and tru ; Learning, as the years increase, God is ever wise and just. Soon at last His voice will call One or other hence away ; Still remaining one through all, Wedded through eternity I SCOTCH DAINTIES, Gie a Scotchman a guid cog o' brose, Wi' milk just new drawn frae the coo*, Feth, ye'll no see him turn up his nose. But tak' them, and then smack his moo' I Chorus. — Brose, parritch, kail, haggis an' bannocks, Are dainties abune a' compare ! Nae English, French, Yankees or Canucks, Could mak' such a gran' bill o' fare ! Guid parritch for weans is sae healthy, It mak's them grow strong, fat an' weel. Dyspeptics are aye 'mang the wealthy, — They eat what wad sicken an eel 1 — Cho. Noo, what is sae guid as Scotch kail, Wi' carrots, an' turnips an' leeks ; Hielan'men are braw, hearty an' hale — Yet gang a' the year withoot breeks ! — Cho, But the haggis is king o' the table, — A Scotchman's maist toothfu' delight, By dining on that he is able To match ony twa in a fight ! — Cho. 10 When spying for game in Glen Sannox, Ahint a wheen .stanes on my knees, What's sweeter than crump! n' oat bannocks, An' eating a' whang o' guid cheese ?— Cho. Brose, parritch, kail, haggis an' bannocks Wad mak' lean consumptives grow fat Though they'd sleep oot at nicht in hammocks, They'd ne'er be a bit waur o' that ! — Cho. Then gie us oor dainty Scotch farin', We'll honour the auld muckle pat I For pastry an' pies we're no carin', Scotch laddies are no built wi' that !— Cho. MY HEART IS SCOTLAND'S YET. Oh, weel I loe the Scottish tongue. The language o' my hame, An' weel I loe a sang that's sung In praise o' Scotland's fame ; It mak's me think o' happy days An' scenes o' beauty rare, There's something in my heart that says : There's nae Ian' half sae fair ! Chorus. — My heart is Scotland's yet. Though I bide ower the sea I never can forget The Ian' sae dear tae me ! When travelin' in a foreign Ian' = • I hear a Scottish voice, Instinctively I gie my han', .. An' baith o' us rejoice ; An' then we crack o' Scotland's fame, Recite her battles ower. An' feel we yet could daur the same Our faithers daur'd before ! — Cho. Oh, Scotland is a bonnie place, Wi' scenery sublime ; Whaur Nature smiles wi' fairest face That Stan's the test o' time ! Each mountain, river, loch, or glen, Are fu' o' storied fame ; Wha reads the history o' her men Can ne'er forget their name ! — Cho. In every Ian' roun' a' the earth Are leal hearts true tae thee ; An' prood are they tae own liieir birth Ayont the wide saut sea, I 17 Whaur towers the mountains bold an' gran' Like guardians o' the free, — Oh, here's my heart, an' there's my han' Dear Scotland, aye tae thee ! — Cho. MYSTEBYl Birth of a soul ! what mystery Enwraps thy silent history, — In dumb amaze We stand and gaze, Own baffled with thy mystery ! Oh, Love ! thou art a mystery, Yet old as earth's dim history, — From birth till death We feel thy breath. Oh, wistful, blissful mystery ! Oh, Life, thou art a mystery ! Each living soul a history Of hopes and fears, Of joys and tears, — An ever present mystery I Oh, heart of man ! thy history Is oft enshrin'd in mystery, — Yet God can scan The heart of man And flood with light its mystery. Oh, death ! thou art a mystery, Who knows thy after-history? From heaven or hell None come to tell The living of thy mystery. Oh, Life beyond ! Oh, mystery ! We yet shall know thy history, — So live each day. That, come what may. Our souls shall fear no mystery. Oh, realms of bliss ! what mystery Enshrouds thy sphere and history, - No finite eyes Can pierce the skies To scan thy blissful mystery. Oh, God ! Thou art a mystery. Thy love a world's history,— Most humbly we Shall worship Thee Till Thou shalt solve all mvsterv ! 18 SHE PAYS HER DEBTS WITH KISSES. / I KNOW a winsome little pet With wealth of roseate blisses, Who takes what favors she can get And pays her debts with — kisses ! At night when I come home to tea She bribes me with her '• kishes," Then plants herself upon my knee And tastes of all my dishes I She comes off best in every "trade," And seldom ever misses To catch me in the trap she's laid, Then "pays me off" with — kisses I She says she wants a " dolly " nice, With long and golden tresses, And if I ask her for the price, Gives kisses and caresses ! I dearly love this little maid. Above all other misses ; I'll take back every word I've said And "trade" with her for — "tisses!" W AYE CHEERIE, Of Ave mak' the maist o' every hour. An' laugh an' smile fu' cheerie, O ! Gae by the whins an pu' the flower, An' think o' a' that's dearie, O ! Ne'er fash your heed wi' future ills. It's useless wark an' wearie, O I Gae singin' on like mountain rills, An' no like hoolets drearie, O ! Ne'er let a runkle mar your face, Your heart keep young an' cheerie, O Sour words an' looks are oot o' place Amang your frien's sae dearie, O I An' if misfortune should owertak'; An' things get tapsalterie, O ! Guid sense an' wit shall droon the pack, An' mak' them blin' an' blearie, O ! L 19 I r-J i EXTRACTS FROM NOTICES OF THE PRESS TO THE FIRST EDITION. From the Toronto Truth. The volume before us has a mission. It is divinely sent. Its pages gleam with the brightness oi ennobling thought and injunctions to lofty endea- vor. May it " accomplish that where- unto it is sent." From the Toronto Mail, We have received a neatly-bound volume of " Sacred Songs, Sonnets and Miscellaneous Poems," by John Imrie. of this city. A number of Mr. Imrie 8 poemp, among them several contained in this volume, have appear- ed in the columns of The Mail and other city papers, and have been extensively reproduced elsewhere. Mr. Imries efforts to stimulate national feeling and to infuse a spirit of patriotism into our f>eople, by the agency of song, have rom time to time attracted considerable attention, and have met with encour- agement. From the Canada Presbyterian, Toronto. This excellent volume has many recommendations. It sings in modest but sweet melodious tones the songs of home and country, which will find a responsive echo m the popular heart. The volume is appreciatively intro- duced by Mr. O. Mercer Adam. Then follow sacred compositions, sonnets, patriotic songs, songs of love, home and friendship; and the book closes with miscellaneous poems. From beginning to end it breathes an excellent spirit. No one can lay it down without feeling better for the kindly, humane, and Christian tone that pervades the entire volume. From the Hamilton Daily Spectator, John Imrie's Poems.— Frequently of the late years the Toronto papers have been graced with dainty little poems from the pen of John Imrie, and those who have read these will be glad to know that the young poet has printed, in neat book form, a collection of sacred songs, sonnets and miscellaneous poems. While not claiming to be one of the great poets, Mr. Imrie has suc- ceeded in producing work that will give him high rank, and that will make tb» world, or at least a portion of it, better and happier. From the Kingston Daily Whig. The latest contribution to Canadian poetry is a volume by John Imrie» Toronto, well-known for his patriotic ballads. They are collected and pub- lished by request of his friends, and breathe a healthy air of patriotism, home and friendship, the highest earthly ideals. The versification is- good, and the sentiment exalted. Canadian literature will not suifer at thehands of this entertaining collection.. From the Paris Star- Transcript. Literary. — Imrie & Graham have- just issued a handsome cloth and gilt edition of John Imrie's Poems. The book is full of poetical gems from cover to cover and should be read by everyone.. From the Crillia Times, A Fine Work.— Received, Johtt Imrie's Poems, neatly bound in cloth^ handed over to our poetical editor for criticism. The rhyme and metre is of a high standard, but it is the subjecta dilated upon by the bard that call fortb our praises. Intensely patriotic, abounding in allusions to our own loved country ; Canadian to the backbone^ such are John Imrie's poems; and if they do not have a large sale, it i» because true merit is unappreciated by this dollar-serving age. From the Presbyterian Witness, Halifax. Mr. Imrie has wooed the muse to some- purpose and has furnished the reader with a very neat volume, beautifully illustrated, filled with poems of more- or less merit as poetry, but all breath- ing a fine Christian spirit. His patriot- ism, and the devotional spirit are fault- less and admirable. His verses are creditable, and in some cases fresh,, vigorous, and really beautiful. The "Souvenir of Love is a gem of which any poet might be proud. The '* Dyingr. Scot Abroad " is also most touching.. mz MW / w / IVe might refer to a number of other poems well worthy of commendation • tout we must conclude by congratulat* injf Mr. Imrie on a voiume in which there is not a verse or a line for which he or his friends need blush. From the Napanee Beaver^ We have received from Mr. John Imrie, of Toronto, a neat volume, con- taining a collection of original poems, songs and sonnets. The work has an introduction from G. Mercer Adam, who speaks in the highest terms of the refined sentiment which prevails throughout this author's productions. The love of home, friends and country is the distinguishing characteristic of these songs and poems, and they are such as will have a very desirable influence in the familv circle. From the Whitby Chronicle. Among the many publications sent us for review there has never come one of equal interest with a nice red covered book containing the poems of John Imrie, Toronto. Mr. Imrie is of the class of poets who touch the heart every time. His book contains a great many of his best writings and will have a large sale. From the Guelph Mercury. John Imries Poems.— Imrie & Graham, mu^ic and general printers, Toronto, have forwarded to this office a neat and well-printed book of poems, entitled *' Poems by John Imrie, To- onto." The outward appearatice of the book is very attractive, but this can- not be for a moment compared with the grace and the taste of the utterances of the poet contained within thetwo boards of the book. Whoever peruses the volume will find the true poetic spirit in every poem, no matter what the mood of the poet. From the Royal Templar (Temperance) Buflalo and Hamilton, Juris Forms.— A book of "Songs, Sonnets and Miscellaneous Poems," by -John Imrie, of Toronto, Ont. We are indebted to the author for a copy, and -every moment stolen from our busy round to scan its handsome pages, has been a ray of sunshine. The beauty and power of simplicity stamp the verses, and they insinuate the sentiment^of the writer into the tender places of our nature. The book is a worthy addition to the scant but growing stock oi Cana- dian literature. From the Valley Record, Wallaceburg. John Imrie, of Toronto, has long been noted for those fine poetical sentiments that have occasionally appeared in the columns of the Toronto press. He has gathered them into a neat volume, a copy of which has been kindly seat us. The poems are all worthv efforts, and conclusively prove that Mr. Imrie does not court the muse in vain. The boolc is really worthy of a place in every household. From the Presbyterian Review, Toronto. Mr. Imrie is well known through his contributions to the Toronto press as the writer of simple, artless, and often touching verses that appeal to some of the best instincts of our nature. He has gathered his effusions into a ne^^t volume, pleasingly illustrated, and in offering them to the public makes his bow and speech with most engaging modesty. Mr. Adam gives him a happy and appreciative introduction, a tender and discerning bit of criticism — with the sentimejits of which we heartily agree. To borrow a few words: "Our author comes with his tuneful lyre and sings us the gladsome lays of the home and fireside. From the Christian Guardian, Toronto. This is an unpretending volume of lyrics by a Torontonian, which reveals considerable power of fancy and poetic insight. Most of these poems are marked by a high moral au(^. religious tone, deep human feeling, and power and facility over the difficulties of rhyme and Versification. From the Irish- Canadian, Toronto. "Imuie's Poems."— This is a neat volume issued from the press of the author, John Imrie, Toronto. In his greface Mr. Imrie says he would not ave ventured on the debatable ground of authorship, were it not for the urgentsolicitations of many friends, who read from time to time in the news- papers the pieces which are now so prettily strung together in book form. It is well the author consented, as bis verses breathe a spirit highly seasoned with the fire and pathos of the poet's fancy : and will rank as not unworthy of a niche in the temple of our Cana- dian literature. Mr. Imrie will be complimented as an author whose abil- ity is far beyond his pretensions, and wlhose gifts of song are found in many- moods, and all touching most effectively 21 the proper chord, whether in the grave and solemn moments of his muHe, or in the moments when his inspirations led him to lijfhter and brlffhter fancies. We must congratulate Mr. Imrieon his volume of poems. Whether as to the intellectual effort, or as to the printing and binding, the work is a credit, not only to him, but to the literary taste steadily developing in Canada. From the Dominion Churchman, Toronto. This attractive volume will, we trust, find much favor with purchasers of gift books, as well as with those who are anxious to see what rank of poet we have in Toronto, and who desire to encourajje his work. Mr. Imrle'smuse is of a gentle, loving, home-brooding nature, full of the tenderest sympathy with the young and for the sorrowing. There will be many a smile and many n tear started, and many a heflrt will be gladdened by these "songs of faith and love. The book is handsomely bound and should command a large sale. From the Dominion Alliance Journal, Toronto. A book for the home and the fireside. The volume is appropriately illustrated, aud produced in very neat style. From the Canada Citizen. A Canadian Poet —Mr. John Imrie, of this city, has published in a neat and handsome volume a collection of his " Sacrf d Songs, Sonnets, and Miscel- laneous Poems." As a writer Mr Imrie needs no introduction to the readers of the Canada Citizeji, most of whom have read and appreciated the many verses full of deep religious sentiment, and earnest and patriotic feeling. He is a thorough temperance man, and not unfrequently brings the help of his ready pen to the promotion of our noble cause. We cordially recommend to our readers this volume of poems. From Our Own Fireiide, Toionto. We have been favored with a neatly bound volume containing a very fir.e collection of "Sacred Songs, Sonnets, and Miscellaneous Poems," from the pen of our fellow citizen, Mr. John Imrie. The author has been a constant contributor to several of our leading magazines and newspapers. At the solicitation of many friends he has been induced to publish this volume. Its Eages gleam with bright thoughts of ome aud friends ; and, in fact, from beginning to end, it breathes an excel- lent spirit. It is impossible to read it without feeling better. An introduc- tion by Mr. (J. Mercer Adam speaks volumes for the work. We hope it will have a very large sale. From the Canadian Methodist Monthly, Toronto. This is emphatically a collection of songs of the hearth and home. A con- siderable proportion are directly re- ligious compositions, and there are a number of stirring patriotic poems: but the larger number are songs of home, love, and friendship— thf.nes to which every heart will respond. The book is neatly printed and bound and has some graceful Illustrations and pieces of music, and a portrait of the author. This volume will make an appropriate holiday gift book. From The IVeek, Toronto. It is gratifying to learn that Mr. Imrie's poems "have at various times appeared as contributions to the public Kress, more especially in Toronto, and ave afterwards been copied in ex- changes over Canada, and in some of the leading city papers and publica- tions in the IJnited States and the Mother Country." Perhaps the degree of familiarity with which the poems have been thus invested to the public at larffe will relieve us of the interest- ing duty of exploiting their merits. For the sake of the few still unfamiliar with them, however, we may say that they are chiefly of a deeply religious or domestic character, and that the metre in which they are written is ex- ceedingly consistent. From the Canada School journal, Toronto. This volume will find its true place, the place for which it is intended, in many a home and heart. Its simple lays breathe throughout the spirit of reverence for God, loyalty to country, and regard for the delights of love, home, and friendship. As such they will be read by the quiet fireside, and minister pleasure and solace to many homes v/here more elaborate and fin- ished productions, with less heart in them, would fail. From The Kindergarten, Toronto. A singularly happy collection, and cannot fail to find a welcome at many a. fireside. ms 22 From Baois and Notions, Toronto. Imrie & Graham, Toronto, publish ■" Poems by John Imrle, " cloth, «l.OO. Many of ttieHo have alreadv appeared in print. The division of the boolc, Love, Home and Friendship, is certain- ly the best. The inception of some of the poems, and the rhythm, are grood. A fine fancy is that of *' A Kiss Through the Telephone," "Papa's Pet," and ^' Teaching- the Twins to Walk," are happy thoughts and make pleasant reading. From the Toronto Grip, John Imriej's Pobms.— We should at an earlier date have called attnntion to this modest volume, the honest work of an honest man. John Imrie's name is familiar to most newspaper readers in Canada, but many may not be aware that it bjlonffs to a workman— an ardent follower of the printer's calling, who puts in a sturdy ten hours per day at his office on Colborne street. Poetry is his recreation, not his business, or perhaps it would be more correct to say that it is a propensitv which he munt arratify after hours. His theme is the Home and its sacred pleasures, and in this day of artificial enjoyments, God be thanked for every joyful home-poet, whether his literary merits be great or small. Mr. Imrie's poems are not great as such, but they are good and pure, and they have that special quality which marks every utterance that <;omes from the heart. The book is very neatly bound. From the Railway Sigttaly Toronto. Some time ago reference was made in The Signal to a book of poems, by John Imrie, of Toronto, then in press, while one of the poems was cited as a sample. That the creditable volume has appeared is evident, for the author has given us a copy, which fully justi- iies all that was anticipated by our re- marks then. It contains music, several fair illustrations, and a number of meritorious compositions, besides an introduction by G. Mercer Adam, of "Toronto. The book will make a very appropriate Canadian Christmas pres- ent and New Year's gift to friends at home and abroad, and its timely appear- ance makes it possible for our old coun- try folks here to have it placed in the liands of relatives and friends in the -old land before the holidays. Do so. Price $100; cloth, boards, 350 pages. From the Afenhant and Manufacturer, Toronto. Mr. John Imtie, of Toronto, has just published his book of poems, whicn is now for sale in any of the principal bookstores. Mr. Imrie's name is familiar to most of our readers as a natural poet, and his poems are daily quoted by the leading American and Canadian journals. One thing very noticeable throughout the entire list of Eoems is the freedom of speech, nothing eing forced to make up rhyme, but every sentence pointing to the poetic genius of the author. A celebrated f)oet of the last century said a man, by earning, might imitate Spenser, Shakespeare or Milton, but except he is born a poet he never could partake of poetical strength. We fully believe Mr, Imrie to be a poet of the latter class. Every true lover of poetry should secure a copy. From the Montreal Gazette, Sacred Songs and Poems. — Through the courtesy of the publishers, we have received a handsome book which bears the title: "Sacred Songs, Sonnets and Miscellaneous Poems." The author is Mr. John Imrie, a gentle- man well known in business, church and social circles in Toronto, and the work is recommended by G. Mercer Adam in a judicious introduction. His themes are love, friendship, home, the duty and the reward of honest labor, the kindly relations that should exist between man and man, the voices of the happy children, the sorrows of the orphan, the sufferings of the poor, char- ity, patriotism, loyalty, religion, the hope of the world to come. The book is adorned with a portrait of the author and a number of other illustrations. From the Parkdale Times, Toronto. Mr. John Imrie, the printer-poet, has published a volume of poems of con- siderable merit. Mr. Irnrie ranks high among poets and writers, and a copy of his works should be in the home of every Canadian. From The Free Press, Ottawa. Mr. Imrie's Poems.— Mr. John Imrie, of Toronto, who is well known as the author of a large number of fugitive and poetical contributions to the press of the Queen City, has collect- ed into one handy volume a large I '\ t- numbflr of his flnest productions. The voutributioiiH are clasHiflud uuder the headinoTB of sacred compositions, son- nets, patriotic sonffs ; Hongn of love, home and friendship ; and miscel- laneous poems. Mr. Imrie's style is larf^ely descriptive and may be judj^ed by his poem on " Queenston Heights, " where he says : Here two great nations meet an if to kiss. Divided only by a silver line ; Peace, welfare, harmony and mutual bliss. Link fruitful branches of a parent vine. Again in his ode to Lake Ontario : Last of the inland seas — yet nearest home — Thy waters soon shall swell the mighty deep. And mingle with the ocean's briny foam, There shall thou rest, and there fur ever sleep. PRESS NOTICES TO THE SECOND EDITION. " Toronto Globe," May 26lh, 1891. Songs and Miscellaneous Poems, by John Imrie, with music and illustra- tions, and an introduction by O. Mercer Adam (Toronto : Imrle & Graham, Colborne street), is the title of a handsomely bound, well got up volume from the pen of this Toronto bard. The author three years ago made his first venture as a poet when he placed an edition of his works before the public, and so gratifying was the encouragement he received that he has now puMished a larger and more pre- tention book. This second edition containb a great many newer and later rhymes of sympathetic tone and healthy sentiment. Quite a number of the songs are set to the music of Toronto composers, and they received their meed of approbation when they appear- ed from time to time in sheet music form. Love, friendship, home, patriot- ism, are amongst the many themes on which Mr. Imrie sings. His verses are warm and effusive ; they spHak to the hearts of the common folks and they speak in unaffected strains, but they are not wanting in sincerity. There is a tone of piety and a thread bf religious sentiment running through the book, but they neverobtrude them- selves too far, nor does the work savor of dogmas or churches. The volume opens with the patriotic song, "Our Native Land. Fair Canada" — a Cana- dian national song that may be sung to the air of the National Anthem. The author's patriotism is pretty evenly divided between " Fair Canada and Bonnie Scotland." Side by side we have "Sons of Scotland," "Land of Freedom," and ode to "Lake Ontario," "Niagara Falls" and "To Glasca, Scotland." He tells in his unpreten- tious way the story of how the thistle came to be the national emblem of Scotland :— One morn before the break of day Our foes crept near our slumbering camp ; They might by stealth have won the day Did not one on a thistle stamp. A cry of pain our sentries heard, A ciuick alarm then was given ; At once each gleaming sword was bared, And backward Scotland's foes were driven. The home has for Mr. Imrie many charms. He loves to depict the clean- liness and brightness of the humble dwelling, where cheerful contentment and unselfishness prevail ; where the children prattle by the parent's knees, and where piety guides the course through life. Friendship is appreciat- ed at its fullest value, for we find The friendship of the good and true Is more to me than gold. It is described as a "golden band," a "silken cord," a "beacon light," an "iron shield," and finally aw the 'gift of God." Among the miscellaneous Koemsare "A summer's day— Morning, foon and Night," a song of bonnie Rosedale, Toronto's sylvan suburb. Ttie merits of the Knights of Labor and the Knights of Pythias are sung in appreciativestrains. "The Dead Beat" arouses the indignation of the poet, and the doctrine he teaches is the one taught by Paul long ago, " He who will not work should not dare to eat." Pride would have no place in the ideal world of Mr. Imrie, for it is "Satan's favorite plant— a noxious weed infernal." There is a meritorious collection of sonnets upon places, persons and sentiments. One is addressed to "Fair Toronto, Queen City of the West," another to Toronto Bay, commencing "Oh lovely scene, of ever changing hue." LFnder the heading of " Retaliation " Canada is thus addressed :— " Oh, Canada, arise in thy young strength and prove thv- self a nation of the earth. " Finally the reader is bade adieu, but not farewell— "a word full fraught with sorrow." These simple strains, we are told, are from a glowing heart that seeks to find an echo to its voice in the hearts of others. The writer's style is chaste and his sentiments pure, but ho is not ornate, and he never attempts to soar to the loftier heights of the divine muse. ^^m 24 "We can truly say with Mr. Mercer Adam, whose introduction to the first edition is reproduced, " There is not a puzzling or baffling line in the book." ! >' I Pomlac Advance, Pnrtage-du-Fort, Que. We are favored by the publishers with a copy of " Songs and Miscellane- ous Poems by John Iinrie. Toronto." It is a very nice selection of Scotch and other poems, price $1.00. On the frontis- piece is a photog'raph of the author, and an introduction to the first edition by G. Mercer Adam. Here is a sample verse :— Gie a Scotchman a guid cng o' brose, Wi' milk just new drawn frae the coo', Feth, ye'li no see him turn up his nose, But talc' them, an' then smack his moo'. And take this :— Steady now, young " Chatterbox ! " Rosy cheeks and raven locks ; Mamma wants your portrait now. Smile again and smooth your brow 1 Touch your mouth with finger tips, Pearly teeth and ruby lips ; Papa's pride and Mamma's pet. High U£>on the cushion set ! Send for the book to help you enjoy quiet hours. Labor Advocate, April 24th, 189 1. We have recei ved a copy of the second edition of John Imrie's Poer-s, with an introduction by G. Mercer Adam, pub- lished by Messrs. Imrio & Graham, To- ronto. Mr. Imrie is one of the best- known of the rapidly-increasing- num- ber of Canadian poets. His verse is simple and unpretentious, and totally devoid of that artificial straining after eflFect which mars the work of so many modern writers, but always character- ized by true poetic feeling and melodi- ous expression. His themes are mostly those of every-day life, and are treated feelingly and in a manner which ren- ders it evident that the author writes from the heart. The volume includes a number of songs set to music, and is got up in neat typographical style. It may be commended to all who enjoy the poetry of the domestic affections and the simple joys of life. Grip^ May 2nd, 1891. While our Canadian bosoms are swel- ling with pride over the poetic success of William Wilfred Campbell, whose recent contribution to Har per' » Magazine, "The Mother," is declared by foreign critics to be one of the great poems of the century, it is timely to call attention to a humbler singer who is, however, perhaps more widely known in this section of the Dominion than Mr. Camp- bell. We refer to honest John Imrie, whose new volume of " Songs and Miscellaneous Poems " has just made its appearance from the press. The reader who dotes on Browning will not find much use for this volume, because it requires no mental effort to under- stand Imrie's muse. She is an innocent, plain-spoken little fairy, with a heart brimming over with love and charity for all mankind. She indulges in no high flights, but, on the other hand, she never even suggests a thought which could bring a blush to the cheek of purity itself. Whether these songs and poems entitle their author to a place among Canada's recognized poets or not, they will certainly secure for him a warm place in the affections of all right-minded readers. Free Press, Ottawa, May 4th, 1891. Mr. Imrie has issued a second edition of his poems, finding that his genius has been to some extent appreciated by the Ontario public. The new volume, with the additional songs and poems makes a book of 350 pages. The poet appears at his best in his patriotic poems and songs of home and freedom. Child life also furnishes him with some of his happiest items, and his style is natural and unaffected. Every line is full of sympathetic meaning. Mr. Imrie does not soar into puzzling heights but writes in language which ail can under- stand. His VQVSQ is pure and some of his poems are worthy of his great countryman Burns. Christian Guardian, April 8th, 1891. Songs and MiscELiiANEOus Poems— By John Imrie. With music and illus- trations, and an introduction by G. Mercer Adam. Published by Imrie & Graham, 26 a. id 28 Colborne Street, Toronto. The following from the intro- duction well expresses the scope and character of the volume: "It would indeed be difficult for thoughts on love, friendship, home, and kindred topics, to fail to find response in the human breast ; and the average reader who follows the bent of hisownunperverted taste, and is as indifferent to the critics as the poets themselves, will find much to please him in the book. The volume is chi»»fly noteworthy, not only for un- assuming sincerity on the part of the f 25 ^ writer, but for its appeal to the uni- versal and easily-wakened feelings of our common humanity. " The Mail, Toronto, Friday, April 24th, 1891. Sonsfs and Miscellaneous Poems, by John Imrie, (Irarie& Graham, Toronto) is an enlargfed volume of the author's poetical effusions, prefaced by an intro- duction by Mr. G. Mercer Adam. Mr. Imrie's poetry is very well known to a larffe number of Canadian readers, and little need be said as to its quality. It has run the gauntlet of the critics in safety, and has found a home in the hearts of lovers of pure thought elegant- ly and simply expressed. It has won for the author a distinctive place among the bards of Canada, and is widening the circle of his genuine admirers. It is a contribution to the literature of his country of which he need not be asham- ed, and of which his countrymen may feel proud. The pieces, varying in range of subject from the patriotic to songs of home, friendship, and love, from the rollicking sailor's song to the -sacred sonnet, one and all breathe the manliness, the sympathy, the sincerity -and high purpose which" at once reveal the author's aim, not only to cheer on the toiling thousands whom he chiefly -addresses, but to lead them unto moral regions where may be gathered strength and elevation of character and lasting comfort for the trials of life. The fire of his patriotism burns not fiercely but brightly, and ever with a grenial glow which, while it does not lead the hand to the hilt, is clearly from the genuine spark. The author's -efforts, it is pleasing to learn from the preface, have met with an encouraging ^appreciation, and that greater enjoy- ment will be derived from this larger edition than from its predecessor may be sa foly predicted. ■Suntmerside Journal, Summerside, P. E. I., April, 23rd, 1891. John imrie, of Toronto, does not be- Jon,?r to those authors who appeal in vain to the people, for his "Songs and Miscellaneous JPoems" seem to have struck a responsive chord, having reached the second edition, three years from their first appearance in book form. Wn should like to make selec- tions from each department, bat to •choose any particular poem, where all -are good, and call it the best, would be ■a difficult undertaking, and we car onlv •advise our readers to procure the work ior themselves, as it should be in e^dry home in the land. A notable feature of the volume is the excellence of the Scottish poems with which it abounds, and many of which would be worthy of Bobbie Burns himself. "Scotty," "Sons of Scotland," "My Heart is Scotland's Yet," "TheHielan' Fling," "Scotch Dainties," "Toddlin'Hame," "The Bonnie Arran Hills," and "A Scotch Surprise Party," are especially good. "In mvinyaScottish family,"says the ^tfland, that of his adoption is no*^ for- gotten. TAe Toronto Truth, March 3rd. " Songs and Miscellaneous Poems " •by John Imrie is the name of a new volume just published by this favorite Canadian singer. Those who have seen the former volume will welcome this new and enlarged edition. Mr. Jmrie is emphatically the people's poet. He enters the home ana taking his place with the romping boys and girls r sings their pleasures in words simple and pure. He joins himself to the father and mother and repeats with them the story of their many and varied ■experiences. He goes forth with the toiler and, sympathizing with the man whose back is bent to his work, sings of the difficulties that confront him and the hopes that inspire him. Dull indeed, a d unsympathetic, must be the spirit that will not find in the 350 pages which •constitute this second edition of Mr. Imrie's poems, something that will inspire with a nobler purpose, fill with kindlier thoughts and lead into a nobler and higher life. The volume, besides a number of appropriate illus- 'trations, contains the music of some twenty-five songs that have lately be- 'Come very popular. The price of the Yolutne is $1.00. WAi^t Kingston, March 9th, 1891. Canadian poetic literature has receiv- • ed at the hands of John Imrie, Toronto, -a formidable contribution in a volume ot 350 pages. The author has a natural gitt for melody and rhyme. His enthus- iasm and patriotic and moral ardor give force to his writings so that by aid of -sterling common sense he is able to present a highly creditable addition to the national library. His poems are •popular because simple and euphoni- ous ; there are few strained effects or ^seeking after superior, misty levels. fie apparently is a plain, everyday mover among the people, sharing their sympathies and pleasures, and en- -deavoring to elevate prevailing tastes and ideas while inculcating reverence for higher things. Manv of the poems bare been set to charming music and 4hi8 music is given in this volume, which is a second edition, by the way. and a great enlargement on the first effort. TAe Week, March 27th, 1891. We congratulate Mr. Imrie on the issue of a second edition of his poems within a comparatively short period of time. The present edition is consider- ably larger than the first, the bulk hav- ing swelled from 210 to 350 pages. The songs have borne the best of all tests, that of use, for, being published separ- Atelv with music, they have found a ready sale ; and are here reproduced with accompanying airs, most of them, we imagine, original. These verses are domestic, national, and patriotic, following the traditions and spirit of Scottish song, and they could hardly do better. In many a Scottish family these songs will find a warm welcome, as reflecting their traditional tales and melodies. Ledt^er, Toronto, March 7th, 1891. Our well known townsman, Mr. John Imrie, has recently published a second volume of poems of his own com- Eosition, some twenty-five of them eing set to music. It would be diffi- cult to name a phase of life from baby- hood tc old age which is not in some way referred to by Mr. Imrie in the two or three hundred poems with which his book is filled. The author is a Scotchman and intensely loyal, and these two characteristics are distinc- tive features of the publication. We hope Mr. Imrie's venture will be richly rewarded by large sales. Hamilton Spectator, March 9th, 1891. From time to time gems from Mr. Imrie's pen have founa a place in the Spectator, and readers of this paper are not unacquainted with his merit as a poet. He has just issued a second edi- tion of his poems. The new book con- tains all that made the first edition so popular, with much new matter. Mr. Imrie's patriotic Canadian songs should be in the hands of everybody. He has been able to bring to Canada with him a Scotchman's great love of country, and finds, under the same flag in his new home, ample reason for poetic dis- play of patriotism. The book is neatly printed, well illustrated, and gives the music of many of the songs. It is nice- ly bound, and everybody ought to have it. *• -^ 29 AbPHABiTlGAIs INDEX. A Birthday Greeting: 167 A Birthday Wish 266 A Bouquet of Flowers 90 Absent Sunday-School Teacher, (The)....'. 242 A Bunch o' Heather 70 Adieu 340 A Christmas Carol 163 African Slave Trade, (The) 244 A Golden Wedding 130 A Husband's Birthday Greeting . . 136 A Kiss Through the Telephone ... 117 A Lesson from the Clock 175 An Anxious Soul Comforted 270 An Honest Man 181 A Prayer 269 A Prayer for Wisdom 300 A Scotch Surprise Party 254 A Souvenir of Love 97 A Summer's Day- Morning 151 Noon... 153 Night 154 A Tribute to Mother 133 A Wife's Last Good-Bye 138 Baby's Portrait, (The) 121 Battle of Life, (The) 220 Believer's Refuge, (The) 274 Betrothed 146 Bitter or the Sweet, (The) 213 Bonnets o' Glengarry 56 Bonnie Arran Hills, "(The) 238 Bring Another to Jesus 293 British Arms (The) 67 Brose, Parritch, Kail, Haggis, an' Bannocks 81 Brotherhood of Man, (The) 217 Bruce and Bannockburn 78 Buried in Her Cradle 256 Canada 73 Canada's Defenders 32 Canadian Nation, (The) 65 Christian's Armour, (The) 284 Christian, Awake 302 Christian's Hope, (The) 276 Christmas Gifts 317 Come Unto Me 271 Conscience 307 Consecration 280' Cross'd Love 143- Dead-Beat, (The) 214 Dinna Hide the Heart-love 148 Drunkard's Fate, (The) 331 Drunkard, (The) 252 Dying Child, (The) 204 Dying Scot Abroad, (The) 49 Eight-Hour Movement, (The) 216 Emblems of Friendship 99 Eyes That Speak 101 Faith, Hope and Charity 309- Faith Illustrated 165 Farewell 264 Flower of the Family, (The) 108 Flowers 168 Fragments for Autograph Albums 266 Freedom 324 Friendship {sonnet) 326 Friendship 266 Golden Rule, (The) 234 Good-bye 262 Hame— Yet No at Hame 76 Happy Chilhhood 193 Happy Heart, (The) 209 Heart Questionings 86 Hielan' Fling, (The) 68 His Only Pair of Pants 223 Hope Deferred 31ft House of God (The) 282 Humber " Fairy," (The) 9&^ Hymn of Praise 281 Image of the Heavenly, (The) 305^ 80 i*f fSsa Dear Pace 135 £% Moment 334 yffldelity 311 'is This Life Worth Living ? 231 ■Jesu's Love 273 -Jesus, My Refag^e 301 •John Three-Sixteen 248 ■Jubilee Son/? 58 Knights of Labor, (The) 189 Knights of Pythias 194 Last Enemy— Death, (The) 297 Laughing 180 Learning the Twins to Walk 123 Liberty 325 Life's Brighter Side 190 Life's Progress 173 Life's Supreme Moments 156 Light 314 Little Newspaper Boys, (The) 184 Longing Soul, (The) 288 Lord, I believe 292 Lord's Prayer, (The) 286 Ijove and Charity 93 Xiove and Sympathy 208 Love-Links 107 Lover's Ideal, (The) 120 Loves of an Infant-Class Scholar, (The) 243 -Love's ProgresB 105 Master's Call, (The) 298 Missionary's Prayer, (The) 275 Jkf isunderstood 124 Mortgaging the Homestead 258 JHotherless Child, (The) 128 Mother-Love 320 Mother's Voice 141 Music 329 My Heart is Scotland's Yet 53 My Mither's Grave 228 My Portion 278 Myste-v 176 Ua ^ ' « . t as, (The) 303 N( Temple 160 Nia^a; ; Fcils 26 Nursery Cicck, (The) 340 Ode to Lake Orlairlo 43 Oh ! Fainting Heart 289 Old Year and the New, (The) 216 On a Visit to the Old Country .... 74 On My Fortieth Birthday 206 OurBaby 126 Our Faither Abune 230 our Johnnie Ill Our Native Land— Fair Canada ... 19 Pain 332 " Papa's Pet " 113 Patience 322 Peace of God, (The) 306 Perseverance 323 Pleading 310 Power of Song, (The) 182 Preacher's Warning, (The) 272 Pride 207 Queenston Heights 38 Queen Victoria's Jubilee 37 Resignation 312 Rest 336 Retaliation 335 Romping with the Children 109 Rosedale 186 Sabbath Chimes 237 Sabbath Day, The) 304 Sabbath-School Teacher's Reward, (The) 299 Scarboro' Heights 253 Scenes of Early Years 337 Scotch Dainties 81 "Scotty" 34 Seeking After Knowledge 308 She Pays Her Debts with Kisses . . 20O Skating.... 247 Sleep 321 Soap- Bubbles 191 Song of Freedom 23 Song of the Drummer 170 Sons of England 63 Sons of Scotland 40 Stand Thou the Test 290 Star of Love, (The) 88 Sunday-School Infant Class, (The). 240 Sunrise 318 Sweetest Word on Earth is Home, (The) 51 Tears 330 Tender Passion, (The) 144 The Dominion of Canada 30 81 38 37 237 304 299 253 337 81 34 308 200 , 247 . 321 . 191 . 23 . 170 . 63 . 40 . 290 . 88 240 318 The Links that Bind Us 29 There is a God 294 The Thistle 44 Thy Choice- Which ? 277 Thy Last Hour 313 To a Brother Bard 260 Tobogg^anin^ Son^^ 333 Toddlin' Harae 226 To Glasgow, Scotland 46 To-Morrow 235 To My Friends 131 Toronto 338 Toronto Bay 339 To the Four Winds of Heaven .... 188 Tothe Pansy 174 Touch of the Divine, ^The) 279 True Love 91 Truth 316 // Two Poor Ori Victoria Jl Voyage of' Welcome Hom^ What Can Love I)o?. What is Joy? >. What is Love? What is Regret ? What Shall I Sing ? . . . . When Jesus was Away When Love is King Where Doth Beauty Dwell ? 86 Workingman's Half-Holiday, (The) 202 Workingman's Wife, (The) .* 147 Yachting Song .219 Young Canada ! 60 Young Musician, (The) 197 ILLUSTRATIONS. Portrait of Antbor Frontispiece Niagara Falls 27 Qneenston Heights 39 Tbe Dying Scot Abroad 48 A Kiss Through the Telephone . . . 119 Nature's Temple 161 Life's Progress 172 The Young Musician 199 She Pays Her Debts with Kisses . . 201 His Only Pair of Pants 222 MUSIC. Pair Canada 21 Song of Freedom 22 Queen Victoria's Jubilee S6 Sons of Scotland 41 9^#reeteBt Word on Earth 18 Home.. 50 ^My Heart is Scotland's Yet 54 Sons of England 62 The British Arms 66 Canada 72 Scotch Dainties 80 The Star of Love 89 The Humber " Fairy " 94 A Souvenir of Love 96 Eyes That Speak of Love 100 •' Papa's Pet " 115 A Kiss Through the Telephone 116 I Miss a Dear Face 184 Mother's Voice 140 A Christmas Carol 162 Song of the Drummer 171 Knights of Pythias 164 The Young Musician 196 Yachting Song 218 Sabbath Chimes 286 My Portion 278 61 itB%8 a De*r P*ce f wANuW '^Jk Moment -f C/S/O Ifldellty >_ 18 Thii Lii;, Worth Livii^, r->— » T — . 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