[Boatanchors] A Young Marine "Sparks," 1921

[David Stinson]

Cool story of a 19-year-old who joined the Marines
and became a "Sparks" in January of 1921.

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Sparks, a mighty man is he 
All he does is pound a key 
And listen to the ships at sea 
He copies weather and the press 
And listens for an SOS 
His rig is all shiny-bright 
His hook is clear 
When into port the ship does steer 
He's ready for a little fun 
At the finish of the run 
Oh, Sparks, a mighty man is he 
He helps to make it safe at sea!

By J. G. B.
Jan. 4, 1921