Uncle Sam

You’ve a youngster in your charge,

     Uncle Sam;

Neither strong nor very large,

     Uncle Sam.

But he wants a chance to grow,

Wants to run and play, you know,

Wants a chance himself to show,

     Uncle Sam.

You have promised him one day,

     Uncle Sam,

You would let him have his way,

     Uncle Sam.

You have promised fair and square

He should grow beyond your care –

Break that promise don’t you dare,

     Uncle Sam.

Now it’s time to keep your word,

     Uncle Sam;

Press and people all are stirred,

     Uncle Sam.

Loose him from your shackles grim,

Let him get into the swim –

C. U. B. A. friend to him.

          

                                                  

March 1, 1901