Classic Poem

Occasion'd by hearing a Servant Maid at the Crown -I NN , Reading, amuse herself in this Manner whilst at her Work .

A SONG

I.

Come hither, Girls, and list to me,
A new Receipt, without a Fee,
To make Old Time pass on with Glee,
And mock your daily Labour.

II.

No matter if you're forc'd to work,
By Mistress, cruel as a Turk,
Take my Example, in a Jerk,
You'll soon forget your Hardships.

III.

Leave humming Tunes, 'twill never do,
And so I've told both Bel and Sue ;
But learn to put your Mouths a screw,
Believe me this will answer.

IV.

To whistle out a pleasant Catch,
My own Invention! charming Hatch!
There's nothing truly that can match,
Or give the Mind such Pleasure!

V.

Let Lady Folks say what they will,
I learnt it of our Hostler Will ,
Who vows 'twill make a Horse stand still
If e'er so rude or restiff.

VI.

Ye Girls who wish to pass away,
With Ease, the Labour of the Day,
Apply my Scheme without Delay,
'Tis Whistling best will answer.