A Curious Epitaph

Here lies interred A friend to both sexes; Who, from a strict obedience To the Fundamental Laws of Nature, Dedicated himself entirely To the use of his superiors. Framed for the good of the publick, He proved A useful subject to the King, A constant support to the Constitution, And An unwearied benefactor to every Body. He was so well acquainted With the affairs of the House of Commons, And so necessary in their operations, That there was no motion made To which he was not Privy. He was easy of access to all: And, though his chief companions Were of a loose disposition, The most modest ladies Scrupled not to visit him On any urgent occasion, So great were his good offices. In short, He relieved the poor and needy, And The rich he sent empty away.