And left a good cannon
For Peeler, who ran on
Ran off, and ran out, and finished the game,
Amidst a loud cheering and general acclaim;
Whilst Michelli, who’d wanted to shine as a hero,
Stared aghast at his chalks, which were standing at zero.
At this point a gentleman stepped forth from the audience,
Who’d apparently tried
All colour to hide,
And to drive from his raiment all tints that were gaudy hence;