If they're beautiful, and laughing, and sweet, there can't be much harm in them, I'm sure." "Mermaids is mermaids," remarked Cap'n Bill in his most solemn voice.

"It wouldn't do us any good to mix up with 'em, Trot." "May-re! May-re!" called a voice from the house.
"Yes, Mamma!" "You an' Cap'n Bill come in to supper.".