[Picture: The taking of Guy Fawkes]
In one of the print-shops of London may be seen a representation of the
taking of Guy Fawkes, in the reign of King James the First. In the year
1605, the plot to destroy the king and parliament was discovered, owing
to an anonymous letter sent to Lord Monteagle. In a cellar under the
parliament-house, there were found thirty-six barrels of gunpowder; upon
which were laid bars of iron, massy stones, faggots, &c. Near these Guy
Fawkes was concealed, with a dark lantern and three matches. He
instantly confessed his guilt; and, with Sir Everard Digby, Catesby, and
several others, was executed.