Inscription for an Altar of Independence

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At Kerroughtree, the Seat of Mr. Heron.

Thou of an independent mind, / With soul resolv'd, with soul resign'd; / Prepar'd Power's proudest frown to brave, / Who wilt not be, nor have a slave; / Virtue alone who dost revere, / Thy own reproach alone dost fear- / Approach this shrine, and worship here.

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