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MERMAN AND MERMAID.

(Grand Operatic Phantasmagoria)

TWO DETECTIVES.

(Ghosts)

I welcome thee, What seekest thou?

A weapon for defense From dangers of the sea.

These treacherous fish Living round this vessel, Had long lain await Devouring our bodies. There swims one now With a harvest of gold, Taken from the vessel's hold.

The sea works wonders That plays in magic. For I once, too, Was swallowed whole, By treacherous fish Around this ship, Mysteriously transformed my soul.

How strange ! How strange Be the mysteries in the sea. How strange ! How strange Be the mysteries in the sea.

I'll close this door. Rest in peace forever more.