You'll soon get used to her looks," said he,

"And a very nice girl you'll find her—

She may very well pass for forty-three

In the dusk, with a light behind her!"

The rich attorney was as good as his word:

The briefs came trooping gaily,

And every day my voice was heard

At the Sessions or Ancient Bailey.

All thieves who could my fees afford

Relied on my orations,