But he could yield no pardon to neglect;
That all about him were of him afraid
“Was right,” he said - “so should we be obey’d.”
These merchant-maxims, much good fortune too,
And ever keeping one grand point in view,
To vast amount his once small portion drew.
William was kind and easy; he complied
With all requests, or grieved when he denied;
To please his wife he made a costly trip,
To please his child he let a bargain slip;