Now this announcement, evidently made

With all affection for the gentle maid

To meliorate the anxiety of mind

Which must accrue, was (doubtless) well design’d;

And equally as well digested, as

Poor Jane, know’ng well how ignorant she was,

Told dear Aunt Toogood of her willingness,

And trusted it would lead to happiness.

[209] Toogood.

IX.