William Putnam, Detraction. Knowledge.
From Kaminski Handwriting Collection
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
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- Date written
- 1813
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- Collection
- Free Library of Philadelphia, Rare Book Department
- Children's Collection, Calligraphy
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