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'The Duke was restored to his brother's high favour,

And continued, as usual, his wanton behaviour;

For adultery at Court was not thought an unfitness,

As a twice married maiden of honour can witness.

'But Hymen, indignant to see his laws broke,

Determined to bend the loose youth to his yoke;

So a votary true, a bright widow, he chose,

And the pert little Prince was soon caught in the noose.

'But, oh! all ye Gods, who inspire ballad-singers,