The Italian, by Alex Miller Black cross on the Italian’s bosom, /
With no chasing, or pattern, or gloss on, /
By poor family handed down, /
Heirloom worn by the only son.
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The Italian Cross, by Keith Johnson There was a black cross on his chest /
No engraving, no design, no patina: /
A treasured heirloom charm /
Bequeathed to this alien Italian.
My...