these and similar reflections occupied the old street lamp on this the last time that its light would shine . the sentry , when he is relieved from his post , knows , at least , who will be his successor , and may whisper a few words to him . but the lamp did not know its successor , or it might have given him a few hints respecting rain or mist and might have informed him how far the moon 's rays would reach , and from which side the wind generally blew , and so on .
so it could give tips .
why did the street lamp want to know its successor ?
why did the street lamp want to know its successor ?