Talk with Prudence to a Beggar

Talk with Prudence to a Beggar
Of “Potosi”, and the mines!
Reverently, to the Hungry
Of your viands, and your wines!

Cautious, hint to any Captive
You have passed enfranchized feet!
Anecdotes of air in Dungeons
Have sometimes proved deadly sweet!

Talk carefully to the poor, the hungry men, the captive! The story should hurt them.

Talk carefully to a Beggar
About “Potosi”, and the mines!
Talk respectfully, to the Hungry
About your tasty dish, and your wines!

Hint cautiously to any Captive
You have passed unfettered feet!
Stories of fresh air have sometimes 
Proved deadly sweet in dungeons!

“Potosi” is well known for the prosperity of rich mines: a symbol of wealth and greedt.