14 September 1789
Boston Gazette

GREAT Hero! whose illustrious actions claim

Eternal blessings and an endless fame--

Of every virtue and each gift possess

Religion reigns triumphant in his breast.

Grant him, almighty God! thy aid and health

Ever to rule these states and guard their wealth.

What power of Language can enough extoll

A Son of Liberty and friend to all--

Saviour and patron of Columbia!

Her sons revere thee and exult this day--

In thee, their Favourite and firm support--

Nations applaud thee and thy friendship court.

Generous deliverer of thy Country's right!

Thou hast prov'd victor over lawless might.

Of all the Conquerors in the historic page,

None have surpass'd this Phonix of the age.