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 innocence and virtue; but now the mendicant may wander to it in vain for relief, innocence and virtue seek protection without receiving it.

"With its virtues its honours must decline; for he who has not a heart to cherish the former, must surely want a spirit to support the latter.

"No more then shall the arm of valour unfurl its banners to the call of glory; no more shall the records of fame be swelled by its achievements; no more shall noble emulation be inspired by them.

"With its late owner its greatness and happiness departed; they are set, but set not like that sun whose splendours so lately brightened this scene, to rise again with renovated glory."