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Show ON THE LEVEL The way to reach the man who toiU Amid the dingy workings; Is not by stratagems and spoils, Or oily smiles and smirkings. You give him model homes and such, Or clubs in which to revel; It isn't coddling that he likes, Or lordly condescension. Such methods will not stop his strikes Or banish all contention, You must be fa r and square and just, A man among your brothers, Before eld doubtings turn to trust Or ancient hatred smothers. Whatever motive yours may be, In time he's sure to find it; He looks through every deed to see The spirit that's behind it. And though he may misunderstand, Repel, at first, and doubt you, He'll warmly grasp the proffered hand When he is sure about you. The boys within the breaker shed, The miners, deep b-dew th3m, Are slow of faith ana hard of head, You've simply got to show them; And prove your varied aims and ends Are not those of the devil For man and master can be friends If both are on the level. Berton Braley in the Coal At |