Richard submitted to his Brother’s will;
But every day gave birth to doubt and fear;
He heard not now, as he was wont to hear.
George had discover’d such regret and pain,
That Richard still consented to remain.
Silence ensued—when, from the village bell
Came sound for one who bade the world farewell.
Enquiry made, and it was quickly found
Sir Owen Dale had caused the doleful sound,
Lord of a distant village, and his clay