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 In piteous case he waded through,
 * and gained the slippery side,

Where grinning crouds were gathered round
 * to mock his fallen pride.

They led him to a neighbouring pump,
 * to clear his dismal face,

Whence cold and heartless home he slunk,
 * involv’d in sore disgrace.

And many a bill for damage done.
 * his father had to pay,

Take warning youthful drivers all
 * from Jehu’s first essay.