EDWIN'S PILLS, &c, SONG

When Nich'las first to court began, And Blanch approv'd his love; United time and pleasure ran, Like Turtles in the grove: In joy and sweet delight, They pass'd each day and night. Chorus. — When Nich'las first to court began, And Blanch approv'd his love; Happy and gay, Smiling as May, Jocund they pass'd each day and night. When children bless'd the loving pair, Kind heaven increas'd their store; Their boys were brave, their girls were fair, And each a portion bore Of rural industry, With dance, and song, and glee. Chorus. — When children bless'd, &c. Tho' age their heads with silver crown'd, Affection did increase; Dissension ne'er their hearts cou'd wound, Nor jealousy their peace: And still remembrance sweet, Their placid minds would greet. Chorus. — Tho' age their heads, &c.