And honor those, nor make them foes,
Who stand by English laws.”
But months and months went on.
The cruiser fired away.
None plied an oar, lived near the shore,
But feared to be her prey.[4]
Cried Captain Lindsey[14] then:
“This outrage none should bide!
Rhode Island grit must yet outwit,
And trip the scoundrel’s pride.