They proved the blood, but were refused the land.

Assured of wealth, this man of simple heart,

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To every friend had predisposed a part:

His wife had hopes indulged of various kind;

The three Miss Dingleys had their school assign'd,

Masters were sought for what they each required,

And books were bought and harpsichords were hired:

So high was hope;—the failure touch'd his brain,

And Robin never was himself again.