Maggie Pepper

CHARACTERS. ORIGINAL CAST: MAGGIE PEPPER Rose Stahl ZAZA Beatrice Prentice MRS. THATCHER Eleanor Lawson MISS HATTIE MURPHY Agnes Mark MODEL A. and SALESLADY Jeanette Horton MODEL B. and STOCKGIRL May Maloney ETHEL HARGEN Grace Carlyle ADA DARKIN Beverly Sitgreaves JOHANNA, a cook Marie Hudson JOHN HARGEN Grant Stewart JOE HOLBROOK Frederic Truesdale MURCHISON Herbert Ayling JOHNSON Lawrence Eddinger JAKE ROTHSCHILDS Lee Kohlmar DETECTIVE BAILEY Harry McLain ELEVATOR BOY Stewart Robson EXPRESSMAN Alfred Goldberg JIM DARKIN J. H. Benrimo

GROUND PLANS AND PLOTS. CAST. ( The characters are named in the order of their appearance .) HATTIE MURPHY Stock Girl JAKE ROTHSCHILD Elevator Boy IMOGENE ROGERS A model MRS. THATCHER JOHN HARGEN ETHEL HARGEN His niece WILLIAM MURCHISON JOSEPH HOLBROOK MAGGIE PEPPER ADA DARKIN JOHNSON A detective ZAZA Salesgirl CLARA KELLY A model JIM DARKIN JOHANNA A cook BAILEY A detective

SYNOPSIS. ACT I. Stock room in the dry goods store of Holbrook & Co. ACT II. Office of the chief buyer of Holbrook & Co. (A year later) ACT III, SCENE I. MAGGIE'S flat. (The same evening) ACT III, SCENE II. MAGGIE'S flat. (Ten days later) PLACE: — New York City . TIME: — The present .

LIGHT PLOT. ACT I. Strip over double doors C. Strip (1-lamp) back of door R. Strip (1-lamp) back of door L. Elevator-light back of door L. Four single-lights, with white glass reflectors suspended from ceiling. (NOT practical) Bell-button above door L., to ring buzzer in distance. FOOTS and 1st Border FULL UP. ACT II. Strip (1-lamp) back of door R., door C. and door L. Desk light on desk R. C. Desk-light on typewriter-desk R. Four plain brackets. (NO fixtures are practical) FOOTS and 1st Border FULL UP. ACT III, SCENE I. (A neat flat) BLUE bunch of window L. BLUE strip back of window up R. C. Strip (1-lamp) back of door R. and door L. C. Strip (1-lamp) back of double doors C. Lamp on piano R. (LIGHTED) Plain chandelier C. (LIGHTED) Door bell L. U. E. FOOTS and 1st Border ¾ UP. ACT III, SCENE II. Same set as ACT III. RED and WHITE strip back of window up R. C. RED and WHITE bunch back of window L. Strip (1-lamp) back of door R. and door L. C. Strip (3-lamp) back of double doors R. C. LAMP and CHANDELIER OUT. Door bell L. U. E. FOOTS and 1st Border ¾ UP. RED FOOTS and 1st Border FULL UP.

PROPERTY PLOT. PLACE: — New York City . PERIOD: — The present . ACT I. ( The Stock-room of a large but somewhat behind-the-times dry-goods store .) Ground cloth. Large clothes-closet, with glass doors and curtains (drawn back) up R. against flat. Large clothes-closet, with glass doors and curtains (closed), up R., against R. wall. Stock table (8 feet long) R., with drawers on R. side. Table down R. Table down L. Dress-form R. of doors C. Dress-form L. of doors C. Three dress-forms up L. C., against partition. Small desk, with flap-top, down L. C. Stool (2 feet high) back of desk. Chair L. upper end of stock table R. Chair up L. C. Chair above table down L. Fashion-plates of women's and children's suits, coats, etc., framed and unframed on walls. Row of clothes-hooks on partition up L. C. Roller-curtain on elevator door for elevator effect. Packing-cases, hand truck, and shipping-room paraphernalia back of doors C. ON STOCK TABLE — Women's and children's cloaks, dresses, suits, with price tags, ad lib. ON TABLE R. — Women's and children's cloaks, dresses, suits, with price tags, ad lib. ON TABLE L. — Women's and children's cloaks, dresses, suits, with price tags, ad lib. IN CLOTHES-CLOSET up R. against flat — Women's and children's cloaks, dresses, suits, with price tags, ad lib. Suit-boxes, shirtwaist-boxes, bundles of goods, etc., etc., on floor under tables, on top of closets, etc., etc. ON STOCK TABLE — Large pile of price tags and box, with strings on tags to tie. Chiffon-scarf in drawer of table. ON DESK L. C. — Old inkstand, pens, pencils, writing pad, scratch pad. Account-books. Long written stock list. Pile of price tags. Written letters. Parcel of written and typewritten letters in paperclip hanging on R. side of desk. In compartment under flap of desk — Two sandwiches, wrapped in napkin, in lunch-box. Account-books, letters, etc. ON CLOTHES HOOK up L. C. — MISS MARKSTEIN'S coat and hat (inside of hat is a sandwich wrapped in tissue paper). MAGGIE'S hat and coat. SIDE L. 2 E. — Electric-motor for Elevator-effect. Letter on business paper, and envelope. (MURCHISON) HAND MISS MARKSTEIN — Pencil and note-book. ROTHSCHILD — Two theatre tickets. MODEL No. 1 — Two ladies' cloaks. HARGEN — Written letter. HOLBROOK — Cigar; matches. MAGGIE — Three gowns (of a style of two years ago) ADA — Seal-skin muff; Astrachan muff; Ermine collar; card of fine lace. ZAZA — Gold bracelet; gold necklace. ACT II. ( Handsome office — Mahogany furniture .) Ground cloth. Medallion. Large flat-top desk R. C. Filing-cabinet up L. Type-writer desk up R. below railing. Water-bottle in stand, with glass, in L. upper corner of railing. Armchair up L. C. Large swivel-chair R. of desk. Small swivel-chair L. of type-writer desk. Chair down R. Chair down L. Four chairs L. of door C. against flat. Costumer up L. C., L. of railing. ON TYPEWRITER DESK — Typewriter. Paper. Stenographer's note-book. Pencil. ON FILING CABINET — Large dry goods sample-box. Large dry goods price-book. ON DESK R. C. — Handsome blotter-pad. Inkstand. Paper and envelopes in rack. Paper weight. Paper knife. Blotters. Scratch-pad. Pencils. Pens. Written letters in desk-tray. Calendar in stand. Leters and documents ad lib., in piles. Small dry goods sample-books and cards. Desk light. ON COSTUMER up L. C. — MAGGIE'S hat and coat. SIDE R. 2 E. — Two written letters. (HOLBROOK) Written check. (HOLBROOK) HAND ROTHSCHILD — New York morning newspaper; handsome brooch in leather case; pocket check-book; fountain pen. MISS MARKSTEIN — Package of samples of dress materials. ELEVATOR BOY — Large package of mail. HOLBROOK — Several architect's blue-prints. MURCHISON — Eight sheets of written account-paper, fastened together with clip. ZAZA — Three school books; copy book, etc. ACT III, SCENE I. ( A neat flat .) Ground cloth. Medallion. Rugs. Chintz portieres and valance at window-arch L. Chintz portieres at double-doors R. C. Scrim curtains at bay window L. Scrim curtains at sash-window in room R. C. Roller-shade at sash-window in room R. C. Bureau R. of window in room R. C. Chair R. of bureau. Sofa L. of window in room R. C. Piano up R. Bookcase up L. Music-rack L. of piano, with music. What-not in corner R. of door L. C. Desk, with book-shelves above, up C. Dining table down R. C. Table below door R. Table below bookcase L. Tabaret down L. Sofa, with chintz cover, R. of window L. Chair, with chintz cover, below desk C. Chair, with chintz cover, R. of dining table. Chair, with chintz cover, L. of dining table. Chair, with chintz cover, L. of door L. C. Chair, with chintz cover, R. of piano. Pictures, prints, photos in rack, plaques, etc., on walls. ON BUREAU — White scarf. Woman's toilet articles ad lib. ON PIANO — Scarf. Clock. Ornaments. Photos in frames. Music-book. Lamp. (ELECTRICIAN). Easel-mirror. ON BOOKCASE up L. — Ornaments. Books. Photos in frames. Small bowl with flowers. Books on shelves. Chintz curtains. ON DESK — Inkstand. Pens. Paper and envelopes. Pencil, etc. Books on shelves. Bronze bust. Vase with flowers. Photo in frame. Matches, on combination ash tray. ON WHAT-NOT — Ornaments. Curios. Shells. Photos, etc. ON TABLE down R. — Tea-set. ON TABLE up L. — Books, magazines, etc. ON DINING TABLE — Silent cloth. Table cloth. 2 Napkins, knives, forks, spoons, soup-spoons and tumblers. Salt and pepper shakes. Platter, with sliced bread. Books and copy-book used by ZAZA in ACT II. Pencil. SIDE L. U. E. — Door-bell. (ELECTRICIAN) R. 3 E. — Glass crash. Wood crash. Three dresses; 3 petticoats; 2 coats; and other woman's apparel. (MAGGIE) R. 1 E. — Tray with two plates of hot soup. (JOHANNA) Dish with four chops. (ZAZA) Cover for dining table. (ZAZA) HAND MISS MARKSTEIN — Two suit-boxes, filled and tied. EXPRESSMAN — Two small new steamer-trunks, with keys tied to lock; order book; pencil. MAGGIE — Three large paper bundles; steamer-rug in shawl-strap. STAGE MANAGER — Sure-fire revolver. DARKIN — Revolver. ACT III, SCENE II. ( Same as ACT III, SCENE I — 10 days later .) ON DINING TABLE R. C. — Inkstand. Pens. Blotter. Paper and envelopes. New York Evening Telegram opened at "Want" page. Six two-cent postage stamps. 8 letters, stamped and addressed, ready for mailing. 1 letter, addressed, but NOT stamped. (All the letters are alike). IN DRAWER OF DESK up C. — Box of cigars. SIDE L. U. E. — Door bell. Written note (ZAZA) R. 1 E. — Open note. (ADA) HAND ADA — Tray with napkin, cup, saucer and spoon, plate, knife and fork; piece of toast. ROTHSCHILD — Three documents (contracts)

DRESS PLOT. PLACE: — New York City . PERIOD: — The present . ACT I. Winter. Morning. ACT II. Winter. Morning. (one year later) ACT III, SCENE I. Same night. ACT III, SCENE II. Ten days later. Late afternoon. JOSEPH HOLBROOK — (age 30) ACT I. Light suit, hat, cane, gloves, etc. (Ultra-stylish) ACT II. Dark sack suit. ACT III, SCENE I. Tuxedo suit, overcoat, hat, etc. ACT III, SCENE II. 1 — Black trousers, dressing-gown, slippers, etc. 2 — Same as ACT III, SCENE I. JOHN HARGEN — (age 55) ACT I. Frock coat, striped trousers, etc. ACT II. Frock coat, striped trousers (Different from those of ACT I), etc. ACT III, SCENE II. Dark trousers, overcoat, silk hat, etc. JAMES DARKIN — (age 40) ACT II and III, SCENE I. Flashy suit, overcoat, hat, etc. JAKE ROTHSCHILD — (age 48) ACT I. Flashy business suit, overcoat, hat, etc. ACT II. Similar to ACT I. ACT III, SCENE I. Same as ACT II. ACT III, SCENE II. Same as ACT II. MURCHISON — (age 68) ACT I. Sack or cutaway suit. (Very youthful in cut) ACT II. Dark sack suit, a bit shabby. BAILEY — (age 40) Sack suit, overcoat, hat, etc. JOHNSON — (age 50) ACT I. Sack suit, hat. ACT II. Sack suit, hat, overcoat. ELEVATOR BOY — (age 17) ACT I. Shabby sack suit. ACT II. Neat "buttons" uniform. MAGGIE PEPPER — (age 27) ACT I. Black skirt and waist, black apron, with pockets. (Rather shabbily dressed, hair unbecomingly arranged and looking much older than her years. Hat, coat, etc., are hanging on hooks up L. C.) ACT II. Neat, dark walking dress. (Hat and coat are on costumer up L. C.) ACT III, SCENE I. Same as ACT II, gloves. ACT III, SCENE II. Simple afternoon house-dress. MRS. THATCHER — (age 33) ACT I. Light, rather mannish walking-suit, hat, gloves, etc. ACT II. Dark walking-suit, hat, gloves, etc. ACT III, SCENE I and II. Same as ACT II. ADA DARKIN — (age 35) ACT I. Dark dress, long coat, hat, gloves, etc. ACT III, SCENE I. Same as ACT I. ACT III, SCENE II. Dark dress, with large bib-apron. ZAZA — (age 14) ACT I. Dark dress, flashy coat, ultra-stylish hat, furs, muff, gloves, long earrings, etc. Looks about 17 or 18 years old in this act.) ACT II. Neat, dark frock, coat, hat, etc. ACT III, SCENE I. Simple white dress. etc. (Looks about 17 or 18 years old SON" suit. (The II — III, SCENES I and II ACT dresses are short ankle-length and suitable to age of actress.) ETHEL HARGEN — (age 22) ACT I. Elaborate walking-costume, furs, hat, gloves, etc. ACT II. Handsome walking-suit, furs, hat, gloves, etc. ACT III, SCENE I. Handsome afternoon dress, long coat, hat, etc. MISS MURPHY — (age 25) ACT I. Black skirt and waist, black apron, with pockets (The coat and hat are on hooks up L. C.) ACT II. Neat dark dress, with white collar, etc. ACT III, SCENE I. Same as ACT II, with coat, hat, gloves, etc. KATE FALLS, a model — (age 22) ACT I. Dark dress. ACT II. Handsome evening gown. CLARA KELLY — (age 23) Handsome evening gown. SALESGIRL — (age 20) Black dress (uniform) with white collar and cuffs. STOCK GIRL — (age 17) Dark dress. JOHANNA — (age 45) ACT III, SCENE I. 1 — Print dress, large bib-apron. 2 — Badly fitting and cheap walking-suit, "freak" hat, etc.

COSTUME PLOT. ELEVATOR BOY — "Buttons" uniform.

CURTAIN CALLS. ACT I. 1st CALL — MAGGIE, ZAZA, HOLBROOK, HARGEN. 2nd CALL — All in Act. 3rd CALL — MAGGIE, HOLBROOK, JAKE. ACT II. 2nd Picture. 1st CALL — MAGGIE. 3rd CALL — All in ACT. 2nd CALL — MAGGIE, HOLBROOK. 4th CALL — MAGGIE, HOLBROOK. ACT III, SCENE I. 2nd Picture. 1st CALL — MAGGIE. 2nd CALL — All in Act except HOLBROOK. 3rd CALL — Same as 2. ACT III, SCENE II. MAGGIE and HOLBROOK.

ACT I : — Setting according to diagram . SCENE: — As curtain rises, a girl enters R. 2, bringing in a number of garments to long table R. where MISS MURPHY is behind long table. She occasionally places them in cases. After a few moments, enter JAKE ROTHSCHILDS from elevator L., carrying a jobber's case . MISS MURPHY.

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MISS MURPHY. ( Coming back to table )

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( Enter a cloak model through elevator door. She is a fine, handsome girl, and wears cloak .) MODEL. ( Crosses R. to upper end of table )

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( Business — They take no further notice of him .) MODEL.

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JAKE.

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( Enter MRS. THATCHES, through elevator-door. She is a sharp, clever-looking woman about thirty-five years of age .) MRS. THATCHER.

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( Enter JOHN HARGEN by elevator door, followed by ETHEL. HARGEN goes to L. of desk — Puts papers on desk . ETHEL stands up L. C.) JAKE.

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( Elevator-door opens .) HARGEN.

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( Elevator-door opens. Enter MURCHISON from elevator. The door closes .) HARGEN.

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( Exit JOE door C. — HATTIE enters R. 2 E. and stands behind table .) MURCHISON. ( Coming down C.)

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( Elevator-door opens .) MURCHISON.

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( Enter ETHEL, from elevator .) ETHEL.

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( Enter MAGGIE PEPPER with two gowns on her arm. She is worn out, tired, and angry — though she controls her anger. She goes down to L. of desk .) MAGGIE.

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HARGEN. ( Crosses to elevator )

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(ETHEL and HARGEN exit into elevator. The door closes .) MISS MURPHY.

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JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Looking at him )

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 71 words in 4 sentences using 342 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars .

JOE. ( Laughs )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars .

JOE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 88 words in 2 sentences using 457 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 283 chars .

JOE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

JOE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

JOE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOE. ( Handing MAGGIE card )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Reads card )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 65 words in 2 sentences using 349 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 187 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

( Gong strikes off-stage; girls enter R. 2 and exit C.) MAGGIE. ( Takes out lunch, and says, vacantly, from desk )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MISS MURPHY. ( Gulping down food and crossing to MAGGIE)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

MISS MURPHY. ( Edges over — looks into lunch box )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Listlessly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 192 chars .

( Enter JAKE from elevator .) MISS MURPHY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JAKE. ( Comes L. of desk )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

JAKE. ( Whistles )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JAKE. ( Coming close to her )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 261 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 162 chars .

( Enter MRS. THATCHER from elevator .) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

(JAKE bows and exits into elevator, the door of which closes .) MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( Coming down to MAGGIE)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 166 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 155 words in 8 sentences using 763 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 63 words in 2 sentences using 306 chars .

( Enter MURCHISON through elevator-door, letter in hand .) MURCHISON.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( Crosses L.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MURCHISON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( In elevator )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MURCHISON.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MURCHISON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

( Business — MRS. THATCHER and MURCHISON exit into elevator . MAGGIE looks at letter as if afraid to open it — finally she does so. Just as she is about to read it her hands drop on desk, and enter ADA DARKIN, C. She is a handsome flashy-looking woman of about thirty-five. She wears a long cloak that almost completely envelops her . — MAGGIE turns and sees her .) ADA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

ADA. ( Down C.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ADA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

ADA.

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 242 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

ADA.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ADA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

ADA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

ADA.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

ADA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Business — looks around )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

ADA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ADA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 195 chars .

ADA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

ADA.

Contains 43 words in 1 sentence using 197 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

ADA.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

ADA. ( Snatches her hand away )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

( Enter MRS. TATCHER from elevator .) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 77 words in 2 sentences using 389 chars .

ADA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

ADA. (L. of table. To MAGGIE)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

(MAGGIE crosses to desk. Elevator door opens. Enter from elevator , JOHNSON, a uniformed policeman, bringing with him ZAZA, crying — a young girl about fourteen, but looking seventeen years, old. She wears a large picture hat and is made up to look dashing and attractive. She is frightened, and acts as if stunned .) SALESLADY. ( Crosses C. Then as soon as she sees ADA)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOHNSON. (L. C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. (R. C., searching )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

SALESLADY. (C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( Searches ADA'S muff )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

(JOHNSON turns ZAZA to him and starts to unbutton her coat .) MAGGIE. ( To ZAZA)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

(MRS. THATCHER calls SALESLADY.) MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

SALESLADY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

SALESLADY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

SALESLADY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOHNSON. ( Coming down a step next to MRS. THATCHER)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

SALESLADY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

(JOHNSON laughs .) JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

(ZAZA shakes her head .) MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( To ADA)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

ADA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

SALESLADY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

(JOHNSON goes to door , C.) MRS. THATHCER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. (C.)

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 249 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Crosses to MRS. THATCHER)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 65 words in 3 sentences using 298 chars .

ZAZA. ( Crosses to MRS. THATCHER. Crying )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 202 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 279 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Crosses to her )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 152 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Looks at ZAZA)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 67 words in 2 sentences using 293 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 146 chars .

(MAGGIE is angry .) ZAZA.

Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 167 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Looks at her — shakes her head )

Contains 85 words in 4 sentences using 459 chars .

( Enter JOE from elevator .) JOE. ( Down L.)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Looks at letter )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JOE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Dryly )

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars .

JOE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

JOE. ( Reads letter — goes to elevator — rings bell — then looks at MAGGIE and shakes his head )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Elevator door opens )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

( Enter elevator-boy .) JOE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

MARGIE. ( Up L. C., gets hat and coat, then down to desk )

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Elevator door opens )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( Enter MR. HARGEN, from elevator .) JOE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

HARIGEN. ( Up L. C.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

JOE.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 234 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Stands a moment as if stunned )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT II. SCENE: — MISS PEPPER'S office. Setting according to diagram. As curtain rises, discovered behind office railing, evidently waiting for MISS PEPPER to come in, are: MISS MURPHY with some samples, drinking at cooler; JAKE reading a newspaper, seated on rail; MRS. THATCHER seated L. C., talking to MISS MURPHY. Enter Elevator Boy, dressed as attendant, with large batch of mail, which he places on desk C., then exits L., then — after curtain has been up a few seconds — enter JOE HOLBROOK from R. He has some specifications in his hand . JOE looks at desk, is evidently disappointed, gives way to an expression of annoyance, and exits .) MISS MURPHY. ( Aside to MRS. THATCHER)

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( Enter MURCHISON, D, C., with a bundle of accounts .) MURCHISON. ( Above desk )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

MURCHISON.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

( Enter MAGGIE, C. She goes to her desk without loking at anyone. She has changed considerably since ACT I. Looks handsome, dignified, refined young woman of twenty-five — showing the effect of education and responsibility . MISS MURPHY walks through gate to other side of railing .) MURCHISON.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Seated at desk )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MURCHISON.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 175 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

MISS KELLY. ( Above desk )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

MISS KELLY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

MISS KELLY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 234 chars .

MODEL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars .

MODEL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

MODEL.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MODEL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

(MRS. THATCHER comes to desk, sitting L. of it .) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 255 chars .

( Enter JOE, R.) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

(JOE places blue-prints on her desk .) JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

(JOE sees that he is not wanted .) JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 258 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 234 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 193 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 127 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 57 words in 1 sentence using 273 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

(JOE exits .) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 64 words in 2 sentences using 309 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

ZAZA. ( Goes up and kisses her )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars .

( Enter JAKE C., with silk hat, very stylishly dressed. He goes down C.) MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MAGGIE. ( With dignity )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JAKE. ( Looks at gloves )

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 184 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

( Enter HARGEN, R.) HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

(HARGEN, above desk, crosses L.) JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 164 chars .

HARGEN. ( Crosses to desk, and looks at brooch )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

HARGEN. ( Crosses to C.)

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 296 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 226 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

( Enter JOE, R. Goes below desk .) JOE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JOE. ( Goes above desk )

Contains 99 words in 3 sentences using 532 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

JOE. ( Sits on upper end of desk )

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 314 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

JOE.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOE.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 53 words in 2 sentences using 271 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 195 chars .

JOE.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 337 chars .

JOE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JOE.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

MAGGIE. ( After a momentary pause )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JOE.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars .

( Enter DARKIN C. He is a typical sharp gambler . MAGGIE rises .) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

DARKIN. ( Above desk — Looks at him and grins )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

(JOE goes to lower end of desk, then crosses R.) JOE. ( Looks DARKIN over )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 62 words in 2 sentences using 295 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 46 words in 1 sentence using 208 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DARKIN. ( Shrugs his shoulders )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 249 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MAGGIE. ( To herself )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

( Enter JOE with check D. R. — goes below desk .) JOE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 223 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars .

JOE. ( Crosses to C. below desk )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 70 words in 5 sentences using 324 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Laughs )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 222 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 148 chars .

JOE.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 190 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 56 words in 2 sentences using 299 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOE.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 213 chars .

(MAGGIE is on the point of breaking down. Enter ETHEL, C., and comes down C. There is a pause, during which they all take in the situation. Finally, in order to conceal the fact that she is agitated , MAGGIE exits hastily D. C.) ETHEL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

JOE.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars .

ETHEL. (C.)

Contains 62 words in 1 sentence using 342 chars .

JOE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars .

( Enter HARGEN, D. R. — goes above desk .) HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars .

HARGEN. ( Back of desk )

Contains 85 words in 3 sentences using 450 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 43 words in 1 sentence using 187 chars .

( Enter JOE D. R., dressed to go out. He goes to upper end of desk .) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JOE.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

(ETHEL laughs .) JOE.

Contains 92 words in 2 sentences using 466 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

JOE. ( To HARGEN)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JOE.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 185 chars .

JOE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

ETHEL.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 167 chars .

JOE.

Contains 72 words in 2 sentences using 340 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Enter MAGGIE, C. They all look at her and stop speaking instanter. There is a pause, as MAGGIE looks at them . ETHEL looks at MAGGIE scornfully — walks off D. R. JOE hesitates a moment, then follows her off R.) JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

(MAGGIE sits at desk .) HARGEN. ( Crosses below desk C.)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 166 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 207 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 198 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 155 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 192 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 319 chars .

( Enter ZAZA C.) ZAZA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Tearfully )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

( Enter JOE, D. R. Goes below desk .) JOE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

HARGEN. ( Down C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 155 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 94 words in 7 sentences using 454 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

(HARGEN exits R. 2 E., followed by JOE.) JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

( They exit excitedly . MAGGIE shuts the door on them with a bang. Comes down-stage, sits at desk .) MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT III,

SCENE I.

SCENE: — As curtain rises , ZAZA is discovered at piano, playing. The table R. C. is laid for dinner. After a few seconds' pause, enter JOHANNA D. R., a stolid German type of woman, with two plates of soup — She looks enquiringly at ZAZA.

TIME: — 8 o'clock in the evening .

ZAZA.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

( Business — Enter MISS MURPHY with two dress-cases .) MISS MURPHY.

Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars .

ZAZA. ( Has dropped down C.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

( Enter JOHANNA with two plates of soup — as soon as she sees MISS MURPHY, her face assumes a sour expression of disappointment; she turns and exits into kitchen — ) MISS MURPHY. ( Turns to ZAZA in surprise )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 219 chars .

( Business — ZAZA locks hall door .) MISS MURPHY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

ZAZA. ( Down C. shakes head )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( Bell rings .) ZAZA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

EXPRESSMAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

EXPRESSMAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

( Enter MAGGIE, her arms full of bundles. She dumps bundles on sofa .) MAGGIE.

Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 174 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

(ZAZA crosses to sideboard, gets caster, puts it on table and sits R.) MISS MURPHY.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

MAGGIE. ( From the bed-room )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Returning, takes chair from desk and puts it behind table )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

( Enter JOHANNA R., dressed to go out — She ignores everyone, and exits D. L. without a word .) MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

( Enter ZAZA with two plates on tray, arranges plates .) MAGGIE.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

ZAZA. ( Kisses her )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MISS MURPHY.

Contains 48 words in 1 sentence using 209 chars .

(MAGGIE goes up to door L., locks it, and then sits back of table, she thinks a moment, then looks at ZAZA with a loving smile — they don't speak for a moment .) MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

ZAZA. ( Seated R. of table )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 215 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Goes to dresser, brings drawer full of clothes over to trunk, and puts it down above trunk )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Unlocks door )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JAKE. ( Down C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Opens trunk )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 40 words in 1 sentence using 182 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 243 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Shakes her head )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Up R. C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 45 words in 6 sentences using 248 chars .

ADA.

Contains 53 words in 1 sentence using 235 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

ADA. ( Crosses R. C.)

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

ADA.

Contains 131 words in 2 sentences using 617 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars .

ADA.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

ADA.

Contains 79 words in 3 sentences using 402 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ADA.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 201 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

ADA.

Contains 83 words in 1 sentence using 383 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Crosses to her, puts her hand on ADA'S arm )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

( Enter ZAZA. As soon as she sees ADA, she hesitates — looks at her AUNT as if not knowing what to do .) ADA.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

ZAZA. (R. C.)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

ADA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

ADA.

Contains 71 words in 3 sentences using 303 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

ADA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE. (R. of table )

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 305 chars .

ZAZA ( Above table )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

ADA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

ADA

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

ADA.

Contains 48 words in 1 sentence using 206 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

ADA.

Contains 74 words in 3 sentences using 323 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 206 chars .

ADA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Bell rings — To ZAZA)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

ADA.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

ADA. ( Crosses R. C. and goes up-stage )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAGGIE. ( At door )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

JOE. ( Off-stage )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

JOE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

(JOE enters and goes to table R.) ADA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

(JOE sits L. of table .) MAGGIE. ( Business — to ADA)

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

ADA.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Up L. C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Up R.)

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars .

JOE.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

JOE.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOE.

Contains 91 words in 4 sentences using 455 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

JOE.

Contains 73 words in 3 sentences using 370 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOE.

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 217 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JOE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JOE.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOE.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 218 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

JOE.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

JOE.

Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 185 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 278 chars .

JOE.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 232 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 86 words in 4 sentences using 450 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Laughs hysterically )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

JOE.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 68 words in 4 sentences using 312 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JOE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 337 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 60 words in 1 sentence using 275 chars .

JOE. ( Shakes his head violently )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Laughs )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

JOE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

( Bell rings, followed by knock on door . MAGGIE looks at JOE — then rushes to door .) ADA. ( Off-stage )

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

MAGGIE. (L. C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

ADA. (L.)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ADA.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 196 chars .

JOE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

( Bell rings again. This scene is played in undertones .) ADA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

ADA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOE.

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 237 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

( Two bells, followed by knocks .) JOE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

ADA.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

JOE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Closes door — locks JOE in. Crosses to door L. and unlocks it )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

(DARKIN enters .) DARKIN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAGGIE. (L. C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DARKIN. (L.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

DARKIN. ( Forces her to R. of table )

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 165 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Above and R. of table )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

DARKIN. ( Above and L. of table )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DARKIN. ( Starts towards her )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( Moves toward door C. DARKIN intercepts her .) DARKIN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DARKIN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

( Business — pushes her away and opens door C. The noise of a struggle follows — DARKIN shouts — "Let me go, will you?" — Noise of blows, shouts, etc. "Say, don't hit me, or — " etc., etc. An elbow is pushed through one of the glass partitions, followed by struggles, as if a terrible fight were taking place — then a shot, followed by the thud of a heavy fall. Pause . MAGGIE above table, tries not to faint . DARKIN rushes out of double-doors L. C. ADA enters and stands at kitchen door .) MAGGIE. ( Goes up to double-doors )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT III, SCENE II.

DIAGRAM OF ACT III, SCENE 2d: — Same as SCENE 1st, excepting that armchair is left of table; small chair below sofa .

SCENE: — Same as ACT III, SCENE I.

(ZAZA discovered, looking out of window L. ADA enters R. 2 with coffee-pot, puts it on side-board; arranges things on side-board, and exits into kitchen , R. 2.)

ZAZA. ( At window )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

ADA. ( Off-stage )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

ADA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars .

ADA. ( Sadly )

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

ADA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

ADA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

ZAZA. ( Back of table )

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 140 chars .

ADA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

(MAGGIE enters from kitchen .) MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ZAZA. ( Seated on arm of chair )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars .

(ZAZA kisses MAGGIE.) ZAZA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( Rushes off D. L. F., with letters . MAGGIE puts away writing-material in desk up C. — After a few moments, enter ADA D. R. C. with a tray of food .) ADA. ( At door )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

ADA. ( Down R.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAGGIE. ( At back table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

ADA. ( At door of kitchen )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ADA. (R. of table )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

(ADA exits through double-door. Enter JOE HOLBROOK D. R. C. He wears a dressing-gown .) JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

ADA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOE. ( Down L. of table )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

MAGGIE. (R. of table )

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars .

JOE.

Contains 68 words in 5 sentences using 345 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOE.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

MAGGIE. (R. of table )

Contains 71 words in 3 sentences using 364 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

JOE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JOE.

Contains 66 words in 2 sentences using 320 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 199 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 219 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 111 words in 2 sentences using 562 chars .

JOE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

JOE.

Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 233 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

JOE. ( Puts cigar on ash-tray )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

( Enter ZAZA L. D., letter in hand. She comes to R. of JOE.) ZAZA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAGGIE. ( To JOE)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

JOE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

( Bell rings — MAGGIE goes to door — JOE exits quickly C. D.) MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

( Enter MRS. THATCHER D. L.) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAGGIE. (R. C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 274 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 273 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( Crosses to MAGGIE)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

( Enter ADA R. 2 E. — letter in hand .) ADA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

ADA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

ADA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. (C.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 72 words in 7 sentences using 394 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Crosses C.)

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

JAKE. ( Coming in )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JAKE. ( Sits L. of table )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 142 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 295 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 63 words in 4 sentences using 325 chars .

MAGGIE. ( Still reading contract, hears the word "marriage" )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 168 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 136 chars .

(JOHNSON crosses through to kitchen .) BAILEY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 110 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ZAZA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

(MAGGIE goes up to ADA and sends them both off — they exit R. 2 E.) BAILEY.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

(MAGGIE unconsciously looks around at door, upstage .) JAKE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

(JOHNSON goes down to BAILEY, whispers, then goes up L.) JAKE.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JAKE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Business — JAKE exits L. C.) BAILEY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BAILEY. ( Looks at her, smiles, shakes his head )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BAILEY. ( Pause )

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

JOE.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 146 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(BAILEY is up R. C. Bell rings . JOE exits through double-doors . MAGGIE goes to door L. Enter MRS. THATCHER.) MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 81 chars .

(MAGGIE crosses to table and sits .) BAILEY. (R. C.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. (L. C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

BAILEY. ( Crosses to door L.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. THATCHER. ( Down R. C.)

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

BAILEY.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. THATCHER.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

HARGEN. ( up L. C.)

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

MAGGIE. (L. of table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JOE. ( Enters from R. C.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

HARGEN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

( Exit HARGEN D. L.) JOE. ( Repeats )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOE.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

MAGGIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CURTAIN.