"Knowlton," said he, "I need a man,
Such as is hard to meet,
A trusty, brave, and loyal man,
And skilful in deceit.
"The British, now in Brooklyn lodged,
May divers plans pursue:
Find me a man to go and spy
What Howe intends to do."
Said Knowlton, "Sir, I make no doubt
Many apt men have we."