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34. An Epitaph on Mr. Will. Davenport, a Cousin-German of my wifes, who dyed at Henbury his own house in Cheshire, and lies buried by his wife at Dubridge in Darby-shire; he being aged about 29.
Here William Davenport lies, and (Stranger) knowThat he was high in worth that lies so low.
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A generous courage, and behaviour kind;
Sir Thomas Milwards daughter was his wife,
Whom he surviv'd, and led a widowers life.
Our age was proud of him, though (in his prime
Of years) Death gave a Period to his time:
He left two Daughters, and a spotless fame,
VVhich evermore shall wait vpon his Name.
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