Knew from its downy to its hoary state;

And when pimps, parasites, of all degrees,

Have power to will their fortunes as they please,

She dictates his, and impudently dares

To name his very rivals for his heirs.

“Go, crucify that slave!” “For what offense?

Who the accuser? Where the evidence?

For when the life of man is in debate,

No time can be too long, no care too great.

Hear all, weigh all with caution, I advise—”