The pipe of peace, thy snow-white calumet,
And quench the flame of strife—how better far
Than win thy lands by all-devouring war!
XXX.
“With Waban for my guide, in friendly guise,
Sachem, I would the arduous task essay
To heal those ancient feuds by counsel wise,
And quell the wrath begotten long away;
Were this not better than the sacrifice
Of armies slain in many a bloody fray?