Poem complains of a dearth of world news but hopes for freedom for the "injured Greeks" and new sidewalks for Providence; mentions Baptist Church bell.
Poem discusses the Greek fight for freedom and other European affairs, then praises American virtue and prosperity, ridicules Southern duels and asks for tip.
Poem describes British king's visit to Scotland, the Greek revolt and South American independence, then praises American freedom, ridicules Southern duelists and praises Clinton.
Poem praises freedom of the press and present fight for liberty in Spain and Greece, then prophesies future freedom in Siberia, deplores despotism in Italy …