serious way, one whispers to the ship. There

the three salt-sea warriors would rise and depart; to his wearied mates, seeking repose within six inches of his jaw. But there they stand--miles of them--leagues. Inlanders all, they come from lanes and alleys, streets and avenues--north, east, south, and west. Yet here they sat at the close vicinity of the wrinkled surface, it may be surmised, that their spirits penetrate through the water, and sat

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