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VIAnd, finally, set guardians in the grounds,Gray, gruesome grumblers.For no one proud, nor stiff,No solemn one, nor pale,No chafferer, may comeTo sully the begonias, nor vexWith holy or sublime adoThe kremlin of kermess.
VIIOnly the lusty and the plenteousShall walkThe bronze-filled plazasAnd the nut-shell esplanades.

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