[236] Theal, p. 54. The Teton lady who became a mermaid was summoned, by singing an incantation, to suckle her child; “Journal Amer. F. L.” vol. ii. p. 137.

[237] Schreck, p. 71.

[238] Poestion, p. 55; “Cymru Fu,” p. 474.

[239] “Y Cymmrodor,” vol. iv. p. 177, vol. vi. p. 203. I have also made inquiries at Ystradgynlais, in the neighbourhood of the lake, the results of which confirm the statements of Professor Rhys' correspondents; but I have failed to elicit any further information.

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CHAPTER XII.

CONCLUSION.