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[The spade that was used to turn the first sod in the / construction of the Central Pacific Railroad is to be / exhibited at the New Orleans Exposition. -- "Press Telegram".]
Precursor of our woes, historic spade, / What dismal records burn upon thy blade! / On thee I see the maculating stains / Of passengers' commingled blood and brains.