With selfish companions don’t roam,

Who might lead you to sad degradation,

But think of your comforts at home.

Then listen to me!

If you would live happy together, &c.”

“It’s all as one, sir,” was the answer of a man whom I questioned on the subject; “it’s the same poet; and the same tip for any ballad. No more nor a bob for nothing.”

ILLUSTRATIONS OF STREET-ART—No. III.

Mr. PATRICK CONNOR. [13]