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Aesop, in Rhyme

THE DOG IN THE MANGER.

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THE DOG IN THE MANGER.

A mastiff in a stable lay,

Couch'd on a manger full of hay.

When any thing drew near to eat,

He quickly forced it to retreat.

An ox then cried, "detested creature,

How vile is thy malignant nature,

Which will not others let enjoy

That which thou never canst employ!"

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Illustration 156
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