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NCGN(D.777.003
25 Jul 1777:21,22,31 (386)
London, March 30. A correct and authentick relation of the
debate in the House of Commons. . . [near the end, the
following quote referring to "The Beggar's Opera."]
Is the first commissioner of the Admiralty censured in the
House of Commons, Lord North pronounces Lord Sandwich to be
a most able, faithful, and diligent servant of his King and
country.
"Says Lockit to Peachum, you've nothing to fear;
If they battle in front, I'll defend in the rear.
Says Peachum to Lockit, I laugh at the hum,
Let me finger the pelf, they may all kiss my ---."
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