25 MAY 1844, Page 12

CATULLUS'S ADDRESS TO THE PENINSULA OF SIRMIO.

0 Sirmio, gem of all those specks of earth, Upheld by Neptune's power in lake or seal

Relurn'd, how willingly! from Thynia's coast,

So great my joy to see thee safe once more,

I scarce believe mine eyes. How sweet it is, Beside our quiet Lares once again,

After long wandering in a foreign land, To lay aside our cares, and, stretched at ease,

Ole recompense of many a toilsome hour,) To rest our weary limbs on the long.wish'd for bed!

Bail, lovely Sirmio, in thy lord rejoice; Be thou too, lake of Lydian water, glad; And Home, with all thy laughter welcome me. SW INFER JER VIS.