SIR HENRY LOCH may hold the key
In Africa, but all must see
That RHODES the handle hath fast grip on,
Shouts "Let her rip!"--despite Lord RIPON.
Cut is poor LOBENGULA'S comb,
'Tis said that all roads lead to Rome.
The new Ring that old saw explodes;
Where'er we roam we're led to--RHODES.
Whether or no this Great Panjandrum
(Who handles well the pen, sword, _and_ drum)
Is the true friend of Civilisation,
And puts her laws in operation;
At least he can maintain with pride,
He has her Maxims on his side.
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