Poetry Explorer- Classic Contemporary Poetry, ELAINE, by JOHN CIARDI



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First Line: Elaine, the counter-girl from the hat department
Last Line: Nor the toes of the silver slippers worn
Subject(s): Girls; Salespersons; Selling




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