And summer-lodgers were again come down;
These, idly curious, with their glasses spied
The ships in bay as anchored for the tide—
The river's craft—the bustle of the quay—
And sea-port views, which landmen love to see.
One, up the river, had a man and boat
Seen day by day, now anchor'd, now afloat;
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Fisher he seem'd, yet used no net nor hook;