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He also had a quality uncommon

To early risers after a long chase,

Who wake in winter ere the cock can summon

December’s drowsy day to his dull race⁠—

A quality agreeable to Woman,

When her soft, liquid words run on apace,

Who likes a listener, whether Saint or Sinner⁠—

He did not fall asleep just after dinner;