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A man of pious, Godly fear 
Affording all his friendly care; 
'T was he who first appointed me 
  Since then he's gone beyond the sea- 
          We never can forget him.
 
Since then new generations born, 
Take his research and move them on; 
Are treasured by great men of thought, 
Receive the credit such research ought, 
   Thus adding much to knowledge.
 
By Henry the electric plans were laid, 
   His mind this grand conception made; 
By him was launched out on the sea- 
Which now brings news to you and me, 
     In the shortest space of time.
 
I've been impressed o'er fifty years 
  By Henry's brain and patient cares; 
The honors given F. B. Morse 
  Were wholly done at Henry's cause 
      Which all his friends regretted.
 
By Henry, I always will believe 
  The telegraph was first conceived. 
The part he played upon the staff- 
  Made complete the telegraph, 
            Which is our greatest blessing.
 
Our second chief who filled his placed 
  Was one of justice, truth and grace; 
A scientist of great renown 
  No greater naturalist could be found, 
           In this, or other countries. 

My highest tribute to these names 
  My comrades here will do the same; 
To Henry, Baird and G. Brown Goode- 
  Each in his place wherein they stood- 
       Long may their fame be honored.