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( 8 ) On board the ship he was tried for the murder And at the yard arm was hang d for the same. Her Father he soon broke his heart for his daughter Before the ship unto the harbour came.

Thus cursed gold has caused destruction, Why should the rich covet still after gain, I hope this story will be a warning, That cruel parents may ne'er do the same.

True love is better than jewels or treasure Riches can never buy true love I know, But this young couple they lov'd out of measure, Love was the occasion of their overthrow.

F I N I S.