"After the shower, the tranquil sun; After the snow, the emerald leaves; Silver stars when the day is done; After the harvest, golden grain."
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"After", st. 1. Unattributed in Sterling's Southern Orator (New York: Owens and Agar; Greensboro, NC: R. Sterling & Son, 1867) p. 161. Attributed to Cooper in the New York National Anti-Slavery Standard, vol. 27, no. 41 (February 16, 1867) p. 4, col. 3
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George Cooper (poet)
George Cooper (May 14, 1840 – September 26, 1927) was an American poet remembered chiefly for his song lyrics, many set to music by Stephen Foster, such as "There Are Plenty of Fish in the Sea" and "For the Dear Old Flag I Die!"
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