Mary (returns with a broomstick, vigorously belabors Schmidt, who is glad to beat a hasty retreat, saying) I never vill vant to take four dollars’ worth at dis hotel when I come dis way again. [Exit.

The Negro here pops his head above the stage, announces that the next show will take place in the course of fifteen minutes, with a change of programme.


[ACT IV.]

SCARAMOUCH AND HIS FIDDLE.

Enter Scaramouch.

(Punch, alarmed at the appearance of Scaramouch, retreats round the corner of the stage.)

Scara. Mr. Punch, Mr. Punch!