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Snickerty Nick

SNOW

Ever been to the Moon, Nicky?

DWARF

I once thought of going to the moon but I was prevented by circumstances over which I had no control.

HAIL

I am your great-uncle; what will you give me?

DWARF

I’ll give you a horse and then you’ll have a hobby.

CHILBLAINS

I am your granny; what will you give me?

DWARF

A horn and then you’ll have plenty.

I am very busy. Go away. I am going to sleep for seven years. Ah! Early to bed and

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