The Royal Mounted

CHARACTERS VICTOR O'BRIAN Sergeant of the Mounted Police [Footnote: 1Kb ]May be doubled. MAJOR BUCKLAND Sergeant of the Mounted Police [Footnote: 1Kb ]May be doubled. CORPORAL RADLEY Sergeant of the Mounted Police SAM LARABEE A Guide and Trapper JOE HAMNER A Lumberman — foreman of No. 13 LONG JACK "The Uncertain" [Footnote: 1Kb ]May be doubled. LOUIS TRUDEAU "The Questioner" ANTOINE BASSETTE A Lumberman [Footnote: 1Kb ]Eastern's lines may be given to Long Jack and the part cut altogether if necessary. EASTERN A Lumberman [Footnote: 1Kb ]May be doubled. ORDERLY JOHN HICKEY U. S. Deputy ROSA LARABEE Sam's Sister MAG TRUDEAU Louis' Sister

SYNOPSIS OF SCENES

ACT I. Mounted Police Headquarters at Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

ACT II. Russell's Camp No. 13 on the Great Elk. Three days later.

ACT III. Sam's cabin on the Great Elk. Three weeks later.

ACT IV. Smoky Pass at Sunrise the following morning.

ACT I SCENE: Mounted Police Headquarters at Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A room, plain but well furnished. Maps, etc., cover the walls. A large flat-top desk C. with chair behind and on each side of it . R. against wall, a small table littered with papers. Chair before it and screen around it. Doors R.1. and L.1. Windows back R.C. and back L.C. showing buildings beyond. The room has the appearance of military headquarters, rather than police. DISCOVERED: — AT RISE , MAJOR BUCKLAND, commanding officer, writing at desk C. He is a portly man of fifty-five or sixty; gruff in speech but polished in manner . ORDERLY L.C. below desk, standing at attention, looking very much bored. Both are in the uniforms of the C. N. Mounted . BUCKLAND busy with maps, etc. BUCKLAND. (Rings bell)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 220 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 36 words in 6 sentences using 173 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 75 words in 5 sentences using 386 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ORDERLY. (Edging a little nearer the MAJOR )

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

(READY PHONE) BUCKLAND. (Picks up paper)

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Angrily)

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 179 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

(TELEPHONE) BUCKLAND. (Telephone rings . BUCKLAND takes receiver. Short and sharp)

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 229 chars .

ORDERLY. (Coming L.C. )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

ORDERLY. (Smiling)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

HICKEY. (In doorway)

Contains 11 words in 5 sentences using 58 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Glancing at papers)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

HICKEY. (Crossing his legs — very much at ease)

Contains 53 words in 2 sentences using 302 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

HICKEY. (Sitting straight and interested)

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 83 words in 4 sentences using 420 chars .

BUCKLAND. (In deep thought)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 64 words in 2 sentences using 308 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 211 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ORDERLY. (Entering L.1.E. )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Looks at maps again, then tapping on desk impatiently)

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( L.C. )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

BUCKLAND. ( C. )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 42 words in 1 sentence using 191 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 200 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Noticing him about to eat peppermint)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 124 words in 4 sentences using 626 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Enraged at peppermint)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Sharply)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Looks at him sharply)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Half rises)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Sits sharply)

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 226 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Rises)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Picking up a letter and glancing at it)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 151 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 274 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

(TELEPHONE) O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Business with letter on desk)

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 273 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 199 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 69 words in 5 sentences using 297 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Rings bell)

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 217 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Rises and takes a few steps R. O'BRIAN in front of desk)

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

ORDERLY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Moving screen down R. )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

BUCKLAND. (To ORDERLY )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROSA. (Nodding before speaking)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Indicating chair R. of desk)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

ROSA. (Crossing)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

ROSA. (Rises)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

ROSA. (Looking at him keenly)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

HICKEY. (Stepping from behind screen, crossing to MAJOR )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

HICKEY. (Crossing to door L. )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Quickly — leaning forward)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Apparently busy with papers)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROSA. (Absently)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

ROSA. (Quickly catching herself)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

ROSA. (Rising)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 193 chars .

ROSA. (Rising)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

ROSA. (Pausing again)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming around screen R.C. )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Crossing around R. corner of desk)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Lost in thought)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Walking up and down between desk and screen in deep thought)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 200 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming to L.C. and stopping above desk)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Impatiently)

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming down L.C. )

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Pausing and regarding O'BRIAN at R. corner of desk)

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 72 words in 5 sentences using 332 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Taking a step toward him)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Turning R. again)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 136 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 171 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Pulling himself together — with an effort)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Crossing to desk)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Dreamily — starting to turn up to window)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Rapping on desk sharply)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Smiling)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Dreamily)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

BUCKLAND. (Back of desk, in front of chair, roaring it out)

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 238 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Soothingly)

Contains 175 words in 6 sentences using 882 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Sitting on corner of MAJOR'S desk)

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming back)

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

BUCKLAND.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 205 chars .

1. CURTAIN.

2. SECOND CURTAIN: O'Brian still talking.

3. Company.

ACT II TIME: — Three days later. SCENE: Russell's Camp Number 13 on the Great Elk. Along the back from R. to L. runs the long, low log cabin, the main camp. A door C. Transparent windows R. and L. of it. The roof is very low and covered with tar paper. The cracks between the logs are stuffed with moss and excelsior. Each side of the door and running along under the windows are the halves of a split log with legs stuck in them from the bottom, to form a long seat. A stump , L. A grindstone by it. An empty barrel at the cabin corner R. Lumbermen's implements are on all sides. Axes, single and double edged, cantdogs whole and broken. Axe sticking in tree by grindstone. Tall, straight, spruce, hemlock and the white ghost-like birch (with the bark stripped off as high as a man can reach) are on all sides and over the cabin at back. Although it is Spring, the snow is still four or five feet deep. The branches of the trees are bent down with the snow . R. and L. are high banks of snow, cleared from before the cabin. Two passageways , R. and L., have been cut through the banks of snow to allow easy entrance and exit. In the R. bank are stuck (small ends down) a pair of long Canadian snowshoes (some snow still caked in the webbing) . It is late afternoon. The shadows are falling across the stage and the orange light of the setting sun strikes through the trees. CURTAIN RISES on empty stage. Enter R. ANTOINE BASSETTE, a French Canuck. He sits on the L. end of the R. bench. He is a short, thick-set man, dressed in the lumberjack costume. Slouch hat, old and battered heavy grey or blue shirt with bandana tied loosely at throat; heavy socks worn outside trousers and shoepacks or heavy shoes. He is silently smoking a pipe. He carries head of an axe, after lighting pipe begins fitting new handle to it. After a moment's pause LONG JACK enters from R. He is another Canadian lumberman. Has on snowshoes — axe over shoulder. He places axe against side of cabin — takes off snowshoes, knocks them together — sticks them in bank R. and sits on log L.C. Takes out pipe — fills and lights it — no words spoken. Enter from around L. end of cabin — EASTERN — a tall, raw-boned New Yorker — of great physical power but slow in manner and speech. All the lumberjacks have that tendency except the French Canucks. Business of taking off snowshoes in silence, etc. After a minute's silent smoking — ANTOINE looks up and grins . EASTERN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JACK.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 202 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MAG. (Down stage C. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

EASTERN. (Laughs)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAG.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAG.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JACK.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

(Enter HAMNER L. ) ANTOINE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

HAMNER. (Threatening)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

MAG. (Crossing L. to grindstone — who has entered during ANTOINE'S speech)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

HAMNER. (Uses snow to wet grindstone)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

HAMNER. (Up quickly)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAG. (Flaring up)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

ANTOINE. (Goes up and looks)

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

EASTERN. (Rising and going R. with JACK )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MAG.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MAG.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MAG.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MAG.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MAG.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MAG. (Tossing her head)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

( RADLEY, known as PETE, enters from the cabin. Crosses R. Enter from R. ROSA and LOUIS. ROSA carrying bundles, etc. Men begin to ask her if they got their things; all talking at once) ROSA.

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 255 chars .

MAG. (Tossing her head — looking at HAMNER )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

HAMNER. ( R. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROSA. ( C. )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

RADLEY. (Starting)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAG. ( L.C. )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

ANTOINE. (Listening)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

EASTERN. (Looking off R. )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

(Enter SAM, R., on snowshoes, carrying skins tied to muzzle of rifle and traps slung over his shoulder. He is a young man of larger build than O'BRIAN. His face is good but lined and unshaven. He is reserved almost to the point of sullenness . ROSA runs over and kisses him — HAMNER takes no notice of his presence) SAM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

SAM. (Showing skins)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LOUIS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SAM. ( R.C. )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

RADLEY. ( R. )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

ROSA. (Sits on stump R.C. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MAG.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

EASTERN. (Hiding his face)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAG.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

MAG.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MAG.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

LOUIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MAG. (Flaring up)

Contains 57 words in 2 sentences using 265 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

LOUIS.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

ANTOINE. (As he goes — struggling)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

(READY YELL) ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

HAMNER. (Crosses to L.C. )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

ROSA. (Trying to treat it lightly)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 84 words in 4 sentences using 415 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 157 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

ROSA. (Turns to him slowly)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

ROSA. (Moves away from him. Crosses R. )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 189 chars .

ROSA. (Bitterly)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MAG. (Appearing in doorway)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

SAM. (Enters from R. with bundles — crosses to cabin)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

EASTERN. (Sitting on log at L.C. )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

EASTERN. (Going up L.C., looks off L.3.E. )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 210 words in 19 sentences using 990 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

EASTERN. (Looks O'BRIAN up and down)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

O'BRIAN. (As JACK turns up, his big checked coat is noticeable)

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

ANTOINE. (Springing up)

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

ANTOINE. (Continues to gesticulate, trying to explain in pantomime what he is going to do to O'BRIAN )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 146 chars .

ROSA. (Entering from cabin)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

SAM. (Coming down R.C. and tapping him on the shoulder)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

O'BRIAN. (To SAM )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

SAM.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

SAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Looking him full in the face)

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Glancing quickly behind him at men)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

SAM.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

(READY HORN) O'BRIAN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 203 chars .

ROSA. (Laughing)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SAM. (Appearing in door)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JACK. (Going in)

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

EASTERN. (Shouting to O'BRIAN from in cabin)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

O'BRIAN. (To ROSA, smiling)

Contains 66 words in 2 sentences using 327 chars .

SAM. (Inside)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

ROSA. (Smiling)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

(LIGHTS BIG IN RED) ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Following her to door. He walks with her to the door and goes right on talking until she gently closes the door)

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

( HAMNER enters R.2. ) O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

RADLEY. (In the lumberman's manner)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

HAMNER. (Crossing to O'BRIAN at L.C. )

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 179 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Looking at RADLEY )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

O'BRIAN. (His manner changing entirely)

Contains 93 words in 7 sentences using 434 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 74 words in 8 sentences using 368 chars .

RADLEY. (Loudly and roughly)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

RADLEY. (With sneering sarcasm)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 209 chars .

RADLEY. (Down R. )

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 69 words in 5 sentences using 332 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Turning)

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 225 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars .

ROSA. (Smiling)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars .

ROSA. (Smiling)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 35 words in 1 sentence using 182 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 146 chars .

ROSA. (Slowly, looking at him)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 96 words in 4 sentences using 450 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Looking directly at her)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ROSA. (After a pause)

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

EASTERN. (Wiping his mouth)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 175 chars .

ROSA. (Sitting on log L.C. )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars .

MAG. (Has stepped into doorway — enters — comes to O'BRIAN — makes him a courtesy)

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

EASTERN. (To LONG JACK )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

MAG. (To ROSA )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAG.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MAG.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

MAG.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

HAMNER. (Crossing R. )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

SAM. (Entering from cabin)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

SAM.

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 131 chars .

ROSA. (Detaining him)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

SAM.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 174 chars .

SAM.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SAM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 199 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

SAM. (Turning slowly to HAMNER )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

SAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SAM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

HAMNER. (Slouching uneasily away to R. a little)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

(WARN) O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 149 chars .

SAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Comes down C. )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

SAM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Offering his hand)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SAM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

CURTAIN

ACT III TIME: — Three weeks later. SCENE: SAM'S cabin on the Great Elk. The room is a simple log living-room, that shows the effects of a clever woman's care. All the fixtures are rustic. There are no cheap prints or pictures on the wall. A number of skins are hanging about — bear, wolf and caribou. A large pair of caribou antlers hang over the fireplace R.C. used as a gun rack. A Winchester, a shot gun and an old flintlock on them. A door back R.C. and double windows left of it with buckskin curtains. A rustic table C. (all the bark off the wood), rustic chairs and rocking chairs about. Fireplace C. between door and windows — woodbox by it. Ladder R., leading to a square room up R.C. Several deer's feet are stuck into the log walls, used as pegs. From one of these hangs a cartridge belt and empty holster. A number of mounted heads are hanging on wall. The logs in the fireplace are burnt out, leaving only charred embers and ashes. Snowshoes hung up. Birch-bark boxes with ferns in windows. Deer skin on table. Copper kettle and crane in fireplace. Several photographs, reproductions of good paintings, framed in little home-made frames on wall. It is early morning, but no sunrise effect must be given here. The door is closed, but the window is open. Outside, everything appears wet — not foggy, but crisp and sparkling, showing the Spring thaw has come; the snow has gone and the first sign of green shows in the forest. DISCOVERED: SAM'S head appears in the window, looking around, then speaks to ROSE without . SAM. ( L.C. outside)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

ROSA. (Comes around, enters through door, comes down to table C., starting to put laurel in jar on table)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

SAM. (Mysteriously calling her)

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

ROSA. (Flaring up — crosses down to hearth, sweeping ashes into fire and putting a few sticks on fire)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

SAM.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 178 chars .

ROSA. (Sweeping again)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

SAM. (Laughing)

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars .

ROSA. (Crosses up to SAM )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

SAM. (Taking her face in his hands)

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

ROSA. (Crosses up L. to SAM )

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

ROSA. (Starting toward him, coming down to L. of table)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

RADLEY. (Turning back)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

ROSA. (Stopping him)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

SAM. (Coming down stage R. )

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

SAM.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Above, sleepily)

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

RADLEY. (Beneath the door, in a loud whisper)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 204 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Puts head out of door)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

RADLEY. (Apparently reading)

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Yawning)

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 234 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 181 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 178 chars .

ROSA. (Is seen passing window L. at back. Enters at door with some breakfast things: hot coffee in pot, earthern pot of hot beans)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 235 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

RADLEY. (Going)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

ROSA. (Spreading cloth. Putting breakfast things on table — sings . O'BRIAN appears at door of his room up R.C. He is dressed in hunting clothes, but without coat . ROSA is L. of table, smoothing cloth. When O'BRIAN is half-way down the ladder — laughing) O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

O'BRIAN. (On ladder)

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

ROSA. (Crossing R. to cupboard and bringing over a plate, knife, fork and spoon. Fixing flowers)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

ROSA. (Crossing R. for cup and saucer)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Crossing L. )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 141 chars .

ROSA. (Stopping C. above table)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Leaning way in the window)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

SAM. (Entering with breakfast things. Crosses to table, puts burnt venison and baked potatoes on table . ROSA crosses L. )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

ROSA. (Busy with things L., getting coffee and beans from fireplace and putting them on table. Stand R. of table)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

SAM. ( R. )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 72 words in 3 sentences using 344 chars .

ROSA. (Handing O'BRIAN his coffee and helping him to venison, etc.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

HAMNER. (Just inside doorway. Nods to O'BRIAN )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Sitting C. )

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

ROSA. (Sitting L.C. )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 90 words in 4 sentences using 425 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Sitting C. )

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

ROSA. (Still sitting L.C. O'BRIAN starts to eat)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Rising)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 213 chars .

ROSA. (Amused)

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 175 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 78 words in 2 sentences using 363 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

ROSA. (Rising)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 87 words in 5 sentences using 426 chars .

ROSA. ( R. of table)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

O'BRIAN ( L. of table)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Leaning over table

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

ROSA. ( R. of table)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming in front of table)

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Sitting on corner of table)

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 191 chars .

ROSA. (Stopping, business with dishes and coming down C. a step. Seriously)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Crossing)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

ROSA. (Turning away to L.C. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

ROSA. (Turning back to him)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

ROSA. (Turning up C. )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( L. below table)

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 203 chars .

ROSA. (Rather flustered. Turning to couch, taking deerskin covering down and spreading it over table)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Also a trifle flustered. Helping her lay the skins)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 116 words in 5 sentences using 525 chars .

ROSA. (With a little laugh)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 73 words in 5 sentences using 318 chars .

ROSA. (Looks at him a moment as though to answer, then realizing her secret she rises and crosses L.C. on the line. Showing how deeply she feels what he has said)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Following her)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

ROSA. (Stopping with her back to him)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN. (She turns to him)

Contains 42 words in 1 sentence using 181 chars .

ROSA. (Laughing)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Taking her hand)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

ROSA. (With a little sigh)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Taking her in his arms)

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Backs a couple of steps R. Music stops)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

ROSA. (Turns up L. for a second — glances out of window and door . O'BRIAN crosses R.C. She comes down to lower L. corner of table. Looks around to see that no one overhears and after a moment's pause, speaks)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

ROSA. (With an outburst)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Starting back)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Music)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 74 words in 4 sentences using 387 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Starting back)

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 106 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars .

RADLEY. (Appears at door. As RADLEY speaks ROSA steps quickly L. O'BRIAN follows her . RADLEY comes down R.C. Music stops)

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Crossing up to her. To her)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( C., looks at RADLEY and draws himself up)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

RADLEY. ( R.C. below O'BRIAN )

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

RADLEY. (Salutes)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

HICKEY. (Coming down R.C. )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HAMNER. (Appears at window)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

HAMNER. (Going to table)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

ROSA. (Turning up to door)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

HAMNER. (Crossing R. )

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 138 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

HAMNER. (Leaning over the table)

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

ROSA. (Steps down stage to lower corner of table)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HAMNER. (Turning back to her)

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

ROSA. (Turning as though to start for door)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

ROSA. (Going toward door)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 62 words in 9 sentences using 273 chars .

ROSA. ( R.C. )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HAMNER. (At L. corner of table)

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 185 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

ROSA. (With her back still to him as though to convince herself)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

ROSA. (In a whisper . HAMNER is against table, watching her intently)

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

ROSA. (Starting for door)

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 178 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

ROSA. (Turning on him)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

ROSA. (Goes up to window L.C. )

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 193 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Entering, followed by HICKEY U.L.C. )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RADLEY. (Pointing R. )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

HICKEY. (A whisper or low voice)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

SAM. ( R.C. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( C. )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

SAM. ( C. )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( C. )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

SAM. (Obeying)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

SAM. (Giving him a sharp look first, then quietly and smiling)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM. (With a start)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 68 words in 7 sentences using 278 chars .

SAM.

Contains 69 words in 7 sentences using 285 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 68 words in 7 sentences using 294 chars .

SAM.

Contains 61 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

O'BRIAN. ( L.C. )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

ROSA. ( R. of SAM )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

SAM. ( C. )

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 143 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

ROSA. (Half frantic)

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

ROSA. (To O'BRIAN, crossing to him)

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Looking straight before him, he turns his back to audience, taking a step up stage. After a pause)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

ROSA. (Crossing around R. of table to between SAM and O'BRIAN )

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 273 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

SAM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

SAM.

Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 241 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

SAM.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

SAM.

Contains 81 words in 4 sentences using 391 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 72 words in 2 sentences using 314 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 64 words in 4 sentences using 297 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Quietly reversing pistol and handing it to RADLEY )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

1 CURTAIN

2 PICTURE

3 ROSA

4 COMPANY

ACT IV SCENE. Smoky Pass at sunrise the following morning. The stage represents a plateau on a mountain trail. Back drop shows the valley with a distant range of mountains and one prominent snow-capped peak. A run comes down from R. to R.C., passing over rocks and fallen timber. Across the entire left side of the stage are the spruce and hemlock trees, some fallen, some upright, representing the rugged growth of the Canadian Rockies . L.C. is a small lean-to made of boughs. A tiny fire burns in the front of this. The entire stage is covered with fallen logs, rocks and dead limbs. At rise the first rays of the morning light have struck the snow-peak . RADLEY is asleep in the lean-to; O'BRIAN, still handcuffed, is seated on a log looking into the fire. AT RISE: Lights — O'BRIAN sits up — still handcuffed. He goes up trail . O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

RADLEY. (Wakes; business as before)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

O'Brian.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 163 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 42 words in 1 sentence using 194 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Rising)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HICKEY. (Seeing O'BRIAN handcuffed)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars .

MAG.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

MAG.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MAG.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Smiling at her)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAG. (Hesitatingly)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MAG. (Frightened)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAG. (Getting mad)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAG.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAG. (Crosses to him. Touching the handcuffs)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

MAG.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAG.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAG.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MAG.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

MAG.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MAG.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAG.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MAG.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 140 chars .

MAG.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

MAG.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MAG.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 222 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

(Entrance of men. They come down the run . ANTOINE appearing first and calling for others — then comes down, meets RADLEY C. and swings axe for blow . RADLEY and HICKEY raise their guns — LONG JACK second with "cant dog." EASTERN crosses with "cant dog," ANTOINE and LOUIS with axes — ROSA, in the middle, comes down R. ) ANTOINE. (Calling)

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

LONG JACK.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

EASTERN.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 164 chars .

RADLEY. (His hand on the hilt of his gun)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

EASTERN. (In front of RADLEY — his cant-dog ready)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Coming quickly up with hand raised to stop a general run up)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ROSA. (Crossing to O'BRIAN. Almost shouting)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN. (Looking at ROSA )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

(PICTURE) LONG JACK.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

ANTOINE. (Starting up the trail, followed by LOUIS )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JACK.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

ANTOINE.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

LONG JACK.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 200 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN. (With a glance at ROSA )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RADLEY. (Takes out handcuffs)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 209 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 217 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 35 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

ROSA. (Looking at him)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars .

ROSA. (Rising and giving him her hand)

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 130 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

RADLEY. (Outside)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

(Enter HICKEY and RADLEY, bringing in HAMNER. MAG enters and ROSA stops back with her) O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 130 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HAMNER. (To MAG )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAG.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 139 chars .

MAG.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MAG.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 226 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 49 words in 2 sentences using 216 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

HICKEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

RADLEY AND HICKEY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 128 chars .

RADLEY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

(WARNING) O'BRIAN.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

HAMNER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

HAMNER. (Stops, feels his pocket, then notices MAG )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

ROSA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

O'BRIAN.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

CURTAIN