William Putnam, Detraction. Knowledge.

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William Putnam, Detraction. Knowledge.


DETRACTION.

There is a Lust in man no Charm can tame
Of loudly publishing his Neighbour's shame
On Eagles Wings immortal scandals fly
While virtuous Actions are but born & die


Knowledge.

Merit should be forever plac'd
In Knowledge Judgment Wit & Taste;
For these tis own'd without dispute,
Alone distinguish Man from Brute

William Putnam April 3rd 1813.


Writer

William Putnam
Date written
1813
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Ink
Penmanship Style
Collection
Free Library of Philadelphia, Rare Book Department
Children's Collection, Calligraphy
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