Dr. D. Yes; beauty will fade and perish, but personal cleanliness is practically undying, for it can be renewed whenever it discovers symptoms of decay. My dear Sir Marmaduke, I heartily congratulate you. (Sighs.)
Quintette.
Alexis, Aline, Sir Marmaduke, Zorah, and Dr. Daly.
Alex.I rejoice that it’s decided.
Happy now will be his life,
For my father is provided
With a true and tender wife!
Ensemble.She will tend him, nurse him, mend him,
Air his linen, dry his tears.
Bless the thoughtful fates that send him