'Twas on the 31st of March, and in the year of 1893, <br />I gave an entertainment in the city of Dundee, <br />To a select party of gentlemen, big and small, <br />Who appreciated my recital in Reform Street Hall. <br /> <br />The meeting was convened by J. P. Smith's manager, High Street, <br />And many of J. P. Smith's employes were there me to greet, <br />And several other gentlemen within the city, <br />Who were all delighted with the entertainment they got from me. <br /> <br />Mr Green was the chairman for the night, <br />And in that capacity he acted right; <br />He made a splendid address on my behalf, <br />Without introducing any slang or chaff. <br /> <br />I wish him success during life; <br />May he always feel happy and free from strife, <br />For the kindness he has ever shown to me <br />During our long acquaintance in Dundee. <br /> <br />I return my thanks to Mr J. P. Smith's men, <br />Who were at my entertainment more than nine or ten; <br />And the rest of the gentlemen that were there, <br />Also deserves my thanks, I do declare. <br /> <br />Because they showered upon me their approbation, <br />And got up for me a handsome donation, <br />Which was presented to me by Sir Green, <br />In a purse most beautiful to be seen. <br /> <br />Which was a generous action in deed, <br />And came to me in time of need. <br />And the gentlemen that so generously treated me <br />I'll remember during my stay in Dundee.<br /><br />William Topaz McGonagall<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/lines-in-memoriam-regarding-the-entertainment-in/
