The
above poem is printed with permission of Richard B.Bradley who is researching
his family tree. This throws up the question
did Antrim back in the 1820's have a 'Queen of Antrim Town' pagent?
Written
by C.Kelly. Antrim 3rd July 1826.
Matchless
praise - on thy Soaring Wings
Impart
her name whose Fame a Kelly Sings
Sweet
is the maid both Beautiful and Gay
Sweet
as the Primrose in the month of May
Fairest
of Maidens Pride of every Eve -
Like
Persian Marble set in Indian Gold
Angelic
Dame who's fame shall never die
Nature
has framed thee with utmost care
Not
Beleiving herself so Beautiful and Fair
Youth,
Wit and Beauty in her face combine
Kind
Heaven Protect this Favourite of Thine
Look
for the Fair whom all the graces Crown
Expressive
sweetness in her face behold
You'll
nominate her Queen of Antrim Town.
