To spit in my face,

That he vow'd, he wou'd him kill;

Sir, I pray forbear,

I thought no hurt here,

Nay, I'le tread it out, if you will.

A contest at the Hoop-Tavern between two Lawyers.

[25.]Two Lawyers had of late a Tavern Jarr

And as 'twas made, 'twas try'd at Bacchus Bar;

The Jury Pints and Quarts, and Pottles were,

Each of a quick and understanding Eare,