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Rh In serving writs I made such a name That an articled clerk I soon became; I wore clean collars and a brand-new suit For the Pass Examination at the Institute.
 * And that Pass Examination did so well for me,
 * That now I am the Ruler of the Queen's Navee!

Of legal knowledge I acquired such a grip That they took me into the partnership, And that junior partnership I ween Was the only ship that I ever had seen.
 * But that kind of ship so suited me,
 * That now I am the Ruler of the Queen's Navee!

I grew so rich that I was sent By a pocket borough into Parliament. I always voted at my party's call, And I never thought of thinking for myself at all.
 * I thought so little, they rewarded me.
 * By making me the Ruler of the Queen's Navee!

Now, landsmen all, whoever you may be, If you want to rise to the top of the tree, If your soul isn't fettered to an office stool, Be careful to be guided by this golden rule—
 * Stick close to your desks and never go to sea,
 * And you all may be Rulers of the Queen's Navee!