-Ambrose Bierce

RESIGN, v.t. To renounce an honor for an advantage. To renounce an advantage for a greater advantage.'Twas rumored Leonard Wood had signedA true renunciationOf title, rank and every kindOf military station --Each honorable station.By his example fired -- inclinedTo noble emulation,The country humbly was resignedTo Leonard's resignation --His Christian resignation.Politian Greame