Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, March 8, 1916

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I met him near the entrance of the Institute, where I was waiting to see the Superintendent. He approached with light, nervous steps, and his haggard eyes met mine questioningly.

Some thirty years ago or more He tried his hand at gerund-grinding, But very speedily forswore The _rôle_ before its ties grew binding; He earned a living by his pen, Paid court...