Around the year with Ella Wheeler Wilcox.

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I wish the world were kinder and more just--
                      Therefore I must
Myself be just and kind, and in that way
                      Speed the great day.
I wish the strong might always aid the weak,
                      Therefore I speak
For my dumb kindred.  You who have heart and ear,
                      Listen and hear.
                                                                 I Wish the World.