William Topaz McGonagall

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The man that gets drunk is little else than a fool, And is in the habit, no doubt, of advocating for Home Rule; But the best Home Rule for him, as far as I can understand, Is the abolition of strong drink from the land.
- William Topaz McGonagall
Collection: Strong
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Beautiful Railway Bridge of the Silv'ryTay! Alas! I am very sorry to say That ninety lives have been taken away On the last Sabbath day of1879, Which will be remember'd for a very long time.
- William Topaz McGonagall
Collection: Beautiful
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Ye lover of the picturesque, if ye wish to drown your grief, take my advice and visit the ancient town of Crieff.
- William Topaz McGonagall
Collection: Grief