Saying he served Sir Antony Cooke. 40

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A search was made, the plate was found with me,

And I am bound to answer at the ’size.

Now, Lord Cheiny solemnly vows, if law

Will serve him, he’ll hang me for his plate.

Now I am going to London upon hope

To find the fellow. Now, Will, I know

Thou art acquainted with such companions.

Will. What manner of man was he?

Bradshaw. A lean-faced writhen knave,

Hawk-nosed and very hollow-eyed, 50

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With mighty furrows in his stormy brows;

Long hair down his shoulders curled;

His chin was bare, but on his upper lip

A mutchado, which he wound about his ear.

Will. What apparel had he?

Bradshaw. A watchet satin doublet all-to torn,

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