The Anglican Friar, and the Fish which he Took by Hook and by Crook / A Comic Legend

by active 19th century Novice

Will just trouble himself after Peter to see,

And Maguire will oblige with the part instrumental,

I will try what I can in a song sentimental."

"With the greatest of pleasure," said Patrick, "I'm sure,"

As he bolted without hat or cap through the door;

Though he tarried outside till the singing was done,

And then swift as the deer on his errand he run.

But quick, look, he returns,—he is after some spree;

I can tell by his eyes, they are sparkling with glee:

See, he enters the house by a window behind,—