Just-finished broom propped next to the door It doesn't look like much now . . . But soon it will take on shape And grow Hang on tight! The payload is the purpose of the exercise Here's the instrument package Everything set? There was a countdown. Two, actually. There it goes! Pretty in the late-afternoon sky A once-stately building This used to be the bank Buildings along the main street, some occupied "Restaurant," it says The old Glouster train depot No idea what this building used to be The dinosaur was named "Dino" The old bank, a blue building, and Sam's Gym Tall and alone Reproduction of a painting Not distortion -- actually wedge-shaped A mural depicting some town history It's sharp and strong So were these These machines were once manufactured All done -- now it has to dry Checking to make sure it's straight Adding broom corn to the handle He makes it look easy, but it isn't The craftsman at his shop One contestant Costumes were worn It achieved some success Dancing was attempted A dangerous prank Those behind it all Dignitaries Before there were cameras in phones, or even phone… There was strong drink available The always lovely Ivy Ilk Some disagreed