The lines are “Once in khaki suits, gee we looked swell, Full of that Yankee Doodle-de-dum” This song was popular during the great depression were America was going through difficult economic times and there were joblessness, homelessness, starvation, and a loss of morale nationwide
The word swims, if you read it upside down and backwards
Dear ______,
I'm sorry that I damaged your book . for it was an accident. I hope you can forgive me. if I can I could help you get a new one or do another small favor in return.
I'm sorry and best best regards,
__________
