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 May we never suffer for principles we do not hold

May the prison gloom be cheered by the rays of hope, and

liberty fetter the arms of oppression

May vanity be punished with inattention, and merit be rewarded

with respect

May might never overcome right

May we always be bumb-proof against villainy

May we never be stranded at Cuckold s point

May we never want courage when put to the shift

May we live in pleasure and die out of debt

May we never cease to deserve well of our country

May the journey through life be as sweet as it is short

Everlasting life to the man who gave the death-blow to the slave-trade

Annihilation to the trade of corruption

Addition to our trade, multiplication to our manufactories,

subtraction to taxes, and reduction to places and pensions

All the honest reformers of our country

Lots of beef and oceans of grog

A broadside of comfort to every distressed Seaman

Success to the Fair for manning the Navy

All free-born sons of the ancient and honourable Craft

All true and faithful Brothers

Success to our army, success to our fleet,

And our foes be compelled to bend at our feet

May the brow of the brave never want a wreath of laurel to adorn it

The British trio-Wellington, Hill, and Gaham

Love without fear, and life without care

Life, love, liberty, and true friendship

Love to one, friendship to a few, and good-will to all

May the foundation of every Lodge be so laid, its building sure,

and its members numerous and happy

May the growth of the Rose, Thistle, and Shamrock never be

prevented by the Fleur de Lis.

May the devil never pay visits abroad, nor receive company at home

May we never want a bait when we fish for content

May every worthy Brother, who is willing to work and labour

through the day, be happy at night with his friend, his

love, and a cheerful glass

May religion and civil liberty always go hand in hand