But a cur like himself, who with ill-gotten pelf,
Had run off in that very direction.
Thought the dog, a propos! but that instant let go
(As he snatched at this same water-spaniel)
The piece he possess'd:—so with hunger distress'd
He slowly walk'd home to his kennel.
MORAL.
Hence, when we are needy, don't let us be greedy,
(Excuse me this line of digression,)