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Poems

By Mr. Polwhele. In three volumes

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VERS'D in forensic knowlege and the powers
Of legal oratory, patriot love—
Perhaps ambition prompts thee to pursue
The bright career of fame; and, tho' enroll'd
With delegates, aspire where Ermine points
Ennobled worth! And well thy merits claim
The proud distinction, while thy mental eye
Clearly the constitution's fabric sees.