Poetry · Chapter
M. DeWitt McAlpine explained
A brief, playful verse celebrating M.
What happens
A brief, playful verse celebrating M. DeWitt McAlpine, Vice-President of Bradner Smith & Co. in Chicago, noting his popularity and hinting that he may soon be caught by a lady.
Themes in this chapter
Humor and Satire
The chapter uses a playful, rhyming verse to humorously comment on McAlpine's bachelor status and social popularity.
Work and Profession
McAlpine is identified by his professional role as Vice-President of Bradner Smith & Co., tying his identity to his career.
Characters to notice
- Unknown Narrator
The narrator delivers a lighthearted, admiring verse about M. DeWitt McAlpine.
Key passages
“M. DeWitt McAlpine V-Pres. Bradner Smith & Co. , Chicago Chicago’s most popular batch, So far he has not met his match; But he isn’t immune And I’m thinking that soon Some lady will make a good catch.”
M. DeWitt McAlpine, Vice-President of Bradner Smith & Co. in Chicago, is the city's most eligible bachelor. Though he hasn't been matched yet, the narrator suspects a lady will soon win him over.
The verse celebrates McAlpine's popularity and playfully predicts his future marriage.