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MOUNTAIN ASH.— CHESTNUT. 
THE MOUNTAIN ASH. 
This elegant tree seems to have been selected as the 
emblem of prudence, from its foliage being withheld until 
the equinoctial winds have ceased to commit their devas 
tations. 
The mountain ash, whose flower-fill’d boughs 
Spread like a cloud at noon; 
Whose shadow is a haunted place 
For the sweet airs of June. 
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I wreathed amid thy hair 
Its berries, like the coral crown 
That the sea-maidens wear. 
L. El Li 
THE CHESTNUT TREE. 
This tree affords a wholesome nourishment to the inha¬ 
bitants of many countries. It was of more importance in 
former days, and the roasting of these nuts is mentioned by 
poets whose verses will ever be admired, however time may 
change our customs. 
New cheese and chestnuts are our country fare, 
With mellow apples for your welcome cheer. 
virgil’s pastorals. 
