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Text:He Wipes the Tear
Author:Mrs. Mackinley
Author (v. 3):R. F. B.
Tune:[When sore afflictions crush the soul]
Composer:Alex. Lee

109. He Wipes the Tear

Text Information
First Line: When sore afflictions crush the soul
Title: He Wipes the Tear
Author: Mrs. Mackinley
Author (v. 3): R. F. B.
Language: English
Publication Date: 1908
Scripture:
Copyright: Published by Edwin Ashdown, Ltd. as a song, duet, and anthem. Inserted by permission
Notes: Now Public Domain
Tune Information
Name: [When sore afflictions crush the soul]
Composer: Alex. Lee
Key: E♭ Major
Notes: Public Domain.



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