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S. R. Kaufman explained
A brief, whimsical poem from the perspective of S.
What happens
A brief, whimsical poem from the perspective of S. R. Kaufman, president of the Congress Hotel in Chicago, expressing a satisfied smile at the thought of famous visitors like Campanini, Farrar, and Houdini gracing his establishment.
Themes in this chapter
Work and Profession
The poem highlights the professional pride of a hotel president in hosting famous guests.
Characters to notice
- S. Jay Kaufman
Speaker of the poem, president of the Congress Hotel, Chicago.
Key passages
“I’d wear the same satisfied smile If I, too, could say without guile: “Oh, yes, Campanini, Farrar and Houdini All visit me once in a while.””
I would be just as pleased if I could honestly say that famous performers like Campanini, Farrar, and Houdini occasionally visit me.
Expresses the pride and satisfaction of hosting notable figures.