Lines Read at a Dairymaids' Social
The work celebrates a social gathering of dairymaids, highlighting their charm and the significance of dairy farming in the town of Ingersoll. It paints a vivid picture of the event, where young women, dressed as dairymaids, embody the beauty and vitality of the community. The poem emphasizes the pride in local dairy products, such as milk, cream, cheese, and butter, suggesting that these elements are worthy of poetic admiration. The speaker encourages young men to appreciate the local dairymaids, suggesting that they are not only attractive but also embody the spirit of the community. The gathering serves as a reminder of the importance of local connections and the joy found in celebrating one's heritage. The tone is festive and uplifting, inviting participants to cherish the moment and the company of the dairymaids, who are portrayed as ideal companions. Overall, the work reflects themes of community pride, local beauty, and the celebration of rural life, urging individuals to recognize and value the charm found within their own surroundings.
By James McIntyre · First published 1888 · Genre: Poetry, Humor, Social Commentary · 181 words
First lines
1887.
Where the young lady waiters were dressed as dairymaids.
Throughout the world they do extol The fame of our town Ingersoll, The capital of dairyland, To-night it seems like fairy land, The youth and beauty here arrayed, So sweet and neat each dairymaid.
And worthy of a poet's theme, Sweet and smooth flows milk and cream, For song or glee what is fitter In this land of cheese and butter, But no young man should be afraid To court a pretty dairymaid.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: James McIntyre
- Date: 1888 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Humor, Social Commentary, Celebratory, Regional Literature
- Length: 181 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in verse, employing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Humor — The light-hearted tone and playful subject matter suggest a humorous intent.
- Social Commentary — The poem reflects on social gatherings and the role of dairymaids in society.
- Celebratory — The content celebrates local culture and community events, particularly a jubilee.
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Poetry · Humor · Satire · Literary Fiction · Canadian Literature · 19th Century Literature · Dairy Industry · Social Commentary · Irony · Absurdity · Wordplay · Language Play