But they were fearful 'twould becalm them;

Cried Love, on dews of morning stray,—

They deem'd 'twould from their purpose charm them.

Cried Friendship, try the ruby tide,—

They did—each obstacle departs;

'Tis still with wine 'reft hearts will glide

Most surely unto kindred hearts.

THE PILGRIM PRINCE.—BALLAD.

At blush of morn, the silver horn

Was loudly blown at the castle gate;