Maxioms by John Gay
In every age and clime we see,
Two of a trade can ne'er agree.
In every age and clime we see,
Two of a trade can ne'er agree.
There is no dependence that can be sure but a dependence upon one's self.
There is no dependence that can be sure but a dependence upon one's self.
All in the Downs are fleet was moor'd.
All in the Downs are fleet was moor'd.
Impartially their talents scan,
Just education forms the man.
- John Gay,
Impartially their talents scan,
Just education forms the man.
- John Gay,
"Is there no hope?" the sick man said,
The silent doctor shook his head,
And took his read more
"Is there no hope?" the sick man said,
The silent doctor shook his head,
And took his leave with signs of sorrow,
Despairing of his fee to-morrow.