Citation - Connecticut Gazette-New London: 1772.08.21

CG-NL.772.053
21 Aug 1772:41 (9/458)
LADY MARY W----, TO SIR W----- Y----.
Dear Colin, prevent my warm blushes,
Since how can I speak without pain;
My eyes have oft told you their wishes,
Ah ! can't you their meaning explain?
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SIR W---- Y----'S ANSWER.
Good madam, when ladies are willing,
A man must needs look like a fool;
For me I would not give a shilling
For one that is kind out of rule.
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