Poetry · Chapter
Arthur A. Patterson explained
A brief poetic tribute to Arthur A.
What happens
A brief poetic tribute to Arthur A. Patterson, president of the E. R. Moore Company in Chicago, who supplies academic gowns and caps for graduations and is known for matching or exceeding competing bids.
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- Work and Profession
The chapter highlights Arthur A. Patterson's business role in supplying academic regalia.
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The narrator presents a lighthearted verse about Arthur A. Patterson.
Key passages
“When you’re ready to take your degree, Plain B.A. or Double L.D. , This Patterson chap Will supply gown and cap— And he doubles all bids above three.”
When you are about to graduate, whether with a basic Bachelor of Arts or a higher degree, this fellow Patterson will provide the gown and cap, and he will beat any bid higher than three dollars.
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