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 cats was imitated; some of the company blew a strong current of air into his face by means of large bellows; the shrill sound of whistles re-echoed from every corner; and as the effect of the electrical machine grew stronger, whole streams of fire illuminated the chapel at intervals. We also had contrived to tie cords round his arms and legs, which made the poor fellow believe that he was spell-bound. In short, the effect of our contrivance was so great, that the actors themselves could not help shuddering now and then.

"Mean time, a thick smoke arose near the altar, and Don Joachim F****** and Don Romero L****** stepped forth from its grisly womb, dressed like devils. The latter being of a very diminutive size, made the former appear a great deal more gigantic than he really was. The garments of either were streaked with phosphorus; and Don Joachim F****** carried a large lanthorn on his head, on which was written, "Sinner, prepare thyself, for