cribe than any composition that I terest; as frequently changing his opinion, as situations required, experimentally finding, that in [show of] godliness there is great gain, and that, by a seeming observance well managed, Kingdoms might be obtained as well as Heaven. But what foundation have we for reliance on those professions ? when it is well known, that in the early part of his career, all religious establishments were by him abolished, and the teachers driven for an asylum to other, states, for that security his apostacy denied them." Such was CROMWELL in England! By the means already described, he has in the strictest sense, acquired power, and become an enemy to justice, and the liberty of mankind; under such circumstances, his retention. of authority is, not only to the misery, but infamy of the nation, nor can we be surprised at his extreme caution, when it is considered, that, as an usurper, it is only by force he retains the government, and consequently is at war with every man. But though at present, France and other nations are in such ignominious bondage, it is ardently to be wished, those execrable cords niay soon be loosened, and that courage may exert itself to break them; for never was a government managed with JUSTICE, when procured by INFAMY. / As a magnanimous man, who has so frequently asserted his willingness to die for the good and glory of his vassals, nor hesitating to risk the greatest dangers for its welfare, it would impart great comfort to his dying moments, to + Let the ancient order of religious houses explain this, and account why he will not im-mediately impose further contributions, a new name given for robbery. consider consider what advantage must arise to the world by his leaving it, and preventing future occasions of making more women without a protector, and children without a parent; and other laws exist than the government of the sword. His conscientious discharge of the arduous duties according to his principles, and beneficence of heart, he so proudly boasts of, can never fear death from the TERRORS of a mispent life. He will then be beyond the reach of malice, nor suffer the torments arising from faction or displeasure more to perplex his mind, or give disquiet to his hours. But should providence, for reasons unknown to us, still prolong the life of this SCOURGE, (to make his downfall more remarkable and impressive on present and future ages) he will, when he perceives an unfavourable aspect in his affairs, again try his success by DELUSION, or attempt to LULL this nation to forbearance by OFFERS of peace; the former for his own safety, the latter to recover his lost advantages, and making a more sudden attack on the nation's prosperity; does he suppose the guardians of our nation's honour will relax from their ardour by any artifice he can adopt? No! they are too much alive to the welfare of the people, and disdain to listen to his delusive overtures: and in return for which, and to accomplish the views of our PATRIOT GOVERNMENT, I am confident no Englishman will refuse to make the greatest sacrifices, but manfully come forward with personal service, and chearfully bear every burthen for the defence of his King, Laws, Country's good, and while a TYRANT exists. For the world in general, and the happiness of France, the downfal of a tyrant is devoutly to be wished, producing the gratifying return of order-the restoration of religion—the exercise of moral duties-real liberty— and the various blessings so valuable in life. With an earnest hope that these truths may perchance meet the eyes of the Tyrant, I have been induced to offer my real signature, preferring to be recorded in the list of his hatreds, than enrolled in the catalogue of having been introduced to the court of the Usurper--and enemy to my country. June 4, 1803. G. W. ORIGINAL POETRY. VERSES ON THE THEATENED INVASION. BY WILSON, ESQ. Jo! in order of Battle the Legions of France O'er Freedom's domain to destruction advance; Do Do they hope to prevail? oh how empty the boast! The Angel of death has devoted their host, And when night spreads her darkness, the moon-beam will shed A glimmering light on the mountains of dead! A Phalanx of Freemen moves on to the fight, The brave by whom battle was turned from the gate? Each heart leaps with joy at the sound of their name, WAR SONG. By the Rev. Mr. GILLESPIE SONS of the mighty, dreadless band, And And proud Invasion's threats defy! Unconquered offspring of the brave, Whom Roman power could ne'er enslave, Your freedom who for ever seal'd, On Bannock Burn's victorious field, Rush from the hills ye heroes on the foe, Tread on Oppresion's neck, and deal th' avenging blow On, sons of Morven, to the fight, Back drive th' Invaders to the waves; No! whilst our green isle spurns the main, No! whilst the winds and tempests dread Rise Patriots, to your Country's aid, Your father's ghosts on vengeance call! Till you have made the tyrant fall! Shall Christians see their altars stain'd, Yield trembling beauty's virgin charms? Oh, righteous heaven, forbid the foul disgrace, Most beauteous island of the west, Seat of the fair, the brave, the free, And heroes that disdain a Tyrant's rule, Nurs'd in proud Honour's lap, and train'd in Freedom's school. Then Then to your shores, ye dreadless band, And prove the saviours of the world! On heroes, on; perdition waits the slayes! They come to give you chains-you go to give them graves. VOL. I. TO THE MEMORY OF SIR RALPH ABERCROMBIE. SPIRIT of the heavenly regions, From thy blest, thy sainted dwelling, Behold the warriors bosom burning, There while valour lights each feature, Still enchanted with thy story, Spirit of the heavenly regions, Crown'd with never ending fame, Consecrate thy sacred name. |