There are other paths to the temple of fame, than those which lead
through blood and slaughter. This truth cannot too frequently be
inculcated on the minds of the rising generation. Our own country
keeps pace with the nations of the old world, in applauding deeds
of arms; apparently forgetful of the fact, that there are other
incentives to ambition, of a much more useful and honourable
character. He who augments the stock of public happiness, by
improving the condition of his fellow creatures, or enriches the
nation by developing her resources, is entitled to her thanks,
and will probably receive them: At all events he will reap with
certainty the high reward of self-approbation. The following stanzas
to the memory of the late Duke of Bridgewater, were written by one
who enjoys the rare distinction of being at once a painter and a
poet, of no ordinary pretensions. What ample scope is furnished
to Pennsylvania, and what cogent inducements may be found in the
example of some of her neighbours, for adopting zealously, without
further delay, a great and efficient plan of INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT.
Should she evince the public spirit of Bridgewater, a Brindley will
no doubt be found, to aid her in the important object of uniting
the waters of the Ohio and the Delaware. This would add one more to
the catalogue of those pacific but glorious triumphs, which have
rendered her name celebrated throughout the civilized world. I.