Clerihews

I learned something the other day that I never knew. There is a form of poetry known as the clerihew! 'Tis a form of rhyme about a luminary of some fame, And the first line must contain the feller's name. Alexander Graham Bell, as every schoolboy has known, Was the genius who invented the mysterious telephone. 'Tis well known that he is credited for this famous coup, Uttering the immortal line, "Watson, come here - I want you!" Paul Revere is famous for making a daring midnight ride, Heralding, "The Brits are coming!" to the countryside! As a Boston silversmith he also gained a modicum of fame. In this enlightened age we still "revere" his name! Henry Ford satisfied the masses, we may all agree, By manufacturing the venerable Ford Model "T". He said, "You can choose any color as long as it's black!" He even tossed in fenders, a crank and a sturdy jack! Ben Franklin was a multi-talented feller indeed, Noted mainly for helping develop our nation's creed. Perhaps also known for suffering a shocking jolt, Fooling around with an occasional lightning bolt! Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired (© All Rights Reserved)