as the Scene closes in._

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An Elevating Exhibition.

At the Alhambra, the Little GEORGIA MAGNET ought to attract thousands.
Three heavy swells seated on a chair she can lift, chair and all, so that
the little lady's exhibition of power must have a wonderfully elevating
effect on all who come within the reach of her influence. At all events,
there can be no doubt that her magnetic force will give the Alhambra itself
a tremendous lift.

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"I can't write seasonable verses," replied Our Festive Poet, "until I've
had my Christmas dinner, and then _I'm mincepie-r'd_!"

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[Illustration: EXCELSIOR!

_She._ "I DIDN'T KNOW YOU WERE A _MUSICIAN_; HERR MÜLLER."

_He._ "A MUSICIAN? ACH, NO--GOTT VORPIT! I AM A _WAGNERIAN_!"]

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AN IMPERIAL STAGE-MANAGER.