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 Is that the love Miss Bradburn thinks so much of? I doubt, if still she will appreciate it. I know that all the more she will esteem His fortitude and noble sacrifice. Was there perchance some sign that they awaited More lenient terms and offers of surrender? Firm as a rock, their only expectation Appeared a hero's death, a martyr's crown. In this respect we are relieved from doubt Which will facilitate our future course. This to determine be our present task. And as thy mission, Colonel Bradburn, gave Thee an. advantage over us to form A fixed opinion, let us hear from thee What thou consider'st as thy best advice. Your Excellency have not misjudged my mind; Although I fear me that my counsel will Offend your ears and rouse your indignation.