Even if for a decade that high rich man Did not his business plough again By leaving his many a big furrow Of investments away to fallow; He shall never in this life have Any lack and want, nor shall crave And beg he for ordinary food and meat That his everyday portion he can duly meet, Seeing by the almighty virtue of His billions--a more than enough Substance that has been tucked away for Many years to come--succour Of the soul there is for his family And him: from poverty they're free.
Howbeit this other low indigent fellow, Who does his cherished trade follow iIn detail and with diligence daily-- Praying for favour divine early-- Is still like pigs wallowing in penury, And having no house nor a Miss to marry. Though he's a plumber that slumbers nay; thanks Not at all to bad economy that betimes ranks And puts him amongst the honourable poor, Who're seeking noble relief from door to door, Living an inclement life devoid of comforts. Though working as a ******; yet his efforts And daily striving are all but a waste, An one that reckons as no pleasant taste.