In Mizzoura Thomas, Augustus Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Augustus Thomas, 1857 – 1934 In Mizzoura: Play in Four Acts by Augustus Thomas: Revised 1916 by Augustus Thomas New York Samuel French 80 p. LIZBETH and EM'LY. BOLLINGER. EM'LY. KATE. DAVE. JIM. JOE. KELLY. ESROM. MRS. VERNON. TRAVERS. SAM. LIZBETH. ALL. SARBER. Drama Romance Prose data extraction from source 1916 First performed: August 1893
IN MIZZOURA.

Produced at the Hooleys Theatre, Chicago, in August, 1893, with the following cast:

CAST OF CHARACTERS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE. MRS. JO VERNON Jean Clara Walters ELIZABETH VERNON Minnie Dupree KATE VERNON Belle Archer DAVE Louis Payne JO VERNON Burr McIntosh COL. BOLLINGER William G. Beach ROBERT TRAVERS Francis Carlyle JIM RADBURN Nat C. Goodwin CAL Charles Miller ESROM J. W. McAndrews BILL SARBER Robert G. Wilson KELLY Louis Barrett EMILY RADBURN Mae E. Wood SAM FOWLER Arthur Hoops
SYNOPSIS OF SCENERY. ACT I. Living room at Joe Vernon's. Time — evening in June. ACT II. Blacksmith shop of Joe Vernon. Morning of the 2nd day. ACT III. Living room of Joe Vernon. Evening of the 2nd day. ACT IV. Home and door-yard of Jim Radburn. Time, the next morning.
ACT I.

Music at rise of curtain. — The old "Forty-nine" tune, "My Name it is Joe Bowers."

SCENE: — Pike Co. dining-room, living-room and kitchen combined. A line of broken plaster and unmatched wall papers marks the ceiling and back flat a little left of center. Doors R. and L. in 3. Door in R. flat. Old-fashioned table. Dresser, low window with many panes, window sash sliding horizontally-outside of door is pan of leaves burning to smoke off mosquitoes .

DISCOVERED: — MRS. VERNON and LIZBETH. MRS. VERNON ironing; LIZBETH at pan of fire .

 MRS. VERNON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Rising and coming in )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Coming down R. of table )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

(MRS. VERNON sits on rocker and fans herself with frayed out palm leaf .) MRS. VERNON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

( Enter KATE R. 3. KATE is neatly gowned and is of a superior clay .) KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

KATE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

KATE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Taking the fresh iron and resuming work )

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars .

LIZBETH. ( In the rocker )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

KATE.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

KATE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

KATE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 316 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

LIZBETH. ( At door L. Calls )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE. ( Off )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

LIZBETH. ( In a lower tone )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

DAVE. ( Taking the prescription )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Ironing again )

Contains 69 words in 2 sentences using 351 chars .

KATE. ( Going to street door )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

KATE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

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KATE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

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KATE.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

KATE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars .

KATE. ( Coming down )

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 162 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 251 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

KATE.

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

KATE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

( Enter DAVE with beer .) DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

KATE.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 38 words in 1 sentence using 179 chars .

( Enter JOE VERNON L. 3. JOE is a six footer with full beard. He wears a leather apron and has his sleeves rolled up .) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JOE. ( Smiling )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

KATE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Clearing up the ironing )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

(KATE silent at doorway .) JOE. ( At the wash-basin on the bench at back wall )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

(JOE gets it and begins washing in tin basin .) JOE. ( Calling through sputter )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE. ( Off )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOE. ( At door of shop )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Outside to the left )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

JOE. ( Looking up from the basin )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Again in the rocker )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JOE.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Sits at table R. and fans )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 119 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 182 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

KATE. ( From the doorway )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

KATE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 102 words in 6 sentences using 514 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 99 words in 6 sentences using 485 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

KATE. ( Quickly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

( They carry out basket R. 3 E.) KATE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

(TRAVERS appears at door .) TRAVERS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Coming into doorway )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

JOE. ( Up to stove; tries bottle )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 164 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

( Re-enter MRS. VERNON and LIZBETH. LIZBETH to rocker .) MRS. VERNON. ( Pleasantly )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

(TRAVERS enters .) JOE.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

(LIZBETH to bench .) TRAVERS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 198 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JIM. ( Off R.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( Enter JIM RADBURN from R. to door with small yellow dog in his arms. One front paw is tied up .) JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE. ( Laughing )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JIM.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JIM. ( Looking about )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOE. ( Proudly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

JOE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Approaching dog )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

JIM.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JIM.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JIM. ( Pause in door L.)

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JIM. ( After appealing look to the others; then back to TRAVERS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

( Exit into shop; JOE, MRS. VERNON, LIZBETH, follow laughing — BOLLINGER exit R. H.) TRAVERS. ( Going to table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

KATE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

KATE.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

KATE. ( Turning away )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

KATE. ( Turning )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

KATE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

KATE.

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 259 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

KATE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

KATE.

Contains 52 words in 2 sentences using 253 chars .

( Enter MRS. VERNON L.) MRS. VERNON.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 209 chars .

KATE. ( Aside )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Going up )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Looking into shop )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

(TRAVERS comes down .) KATE. (R. C.)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

TRAVERS. (C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

KATE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Doubtingly )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

( Enter JOE L.) JOE. ( Up L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JOE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Scolding )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars .

JOE. ( After a moment )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Off L.)

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

JOE. ( Scolding )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Angrily meeting JOE'S tone )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JOE. ( Getting alarm-clock. Calls into shop )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE. ( Off )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE. ( At door L.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JIM. ( Off )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOE. ( Leaving door )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOE. ( Hands clock to DAVE)

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( Enter MRS. VERNON and LIZBETH R.) MRS. VERNON

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

JOE. ( Caressing her with rough push on the face )

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( To street door up R.)

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( Exit LIZBETH.) DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JOE. ( Entering door L.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( At door; leans on JOE'S shoulder )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JOE. ( With unction )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Earnestly calls )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

JOE. ( Pause admiringly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

JOE. ( Gets tobacco from shelf )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JIM. ( Entering, looking back )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JOE. ( Slowly coming down, filling pipe )

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 93 chars .

JIM. ( Takes cud from mouth; hesitates — returns it )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JOE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

( Enter MRS. VERNON L.) MRS. VERNON. ( Comes back of table between the men )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Reassuredly )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JOE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

JIM. ( Placidly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE. ( Rising, and closing door R. Returns )

Contains 103 words in 4 sentences using 475 chars .

JIM. ( Impressively points at him with his whole hand )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

JOE. ( Half rising, anxiously )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JIM. ( Turning. Threatens )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JIM. ( Pauses — growls slowly )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM. ( Slightly relieved )

Contains 75 words in 3 sentences using 360 chars .

JOE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

JIM. ( Sharp turn )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

JOE. ( Putting out his hand )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

JOE. ( Pleadingly )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

JIM. ( Long pause )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( Enter MRS. VERNON R. 3 E.) MRS. VERNON. ( Nervously )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

JIM. ( Comfortingly )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( In street door )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

(JIM looks at him, crossing to melodeon, shaking head .) JIM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

(JIM looks at JOE again .) JIM.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

(JIM looks at JOE again . JOE is a mixture of pride and apology .) JIM. ( Leans over back of chair )

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 213 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Down )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOE. ( Explainingly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

(JIM looks at JOE in amused disgust .) JIM.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Reflectively )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

JOE. ( Heartily )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JOE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

JIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 199 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Grinning in admiration )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JIM. ( Growing with his vision )

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Starting something )

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

JOE. ( Completing )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Waving a hand at him )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

( Enter KATE D. F. R.) KATE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

(LIZBETH and DAVE appear outside of door and disappear slowly .) KATE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

KATE.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

JOE. ( Explaining )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

(JIM nods .) KATE.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

KATE.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Butting in )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

KATE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

KATE.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JIM.

Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 201 chars .

CURTAIN.
ACT II.

SCENE: — VERNON'S Blacksmith shop, adjoining his living-room. Forge 2 R. Door to living-room R. above forge. Bellows down stage below forge. Bench with vise at left. Big doors double up D. Trusses L. C. Tub of water back of anvil R. C.

DISCOVERED: — JOE and CAL beating weld of tire; ESROM, a half-witted negro — absently playing jew's-harp on trusses .

 JOE. ( Wearing boots and leather apron )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

ESROM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

ESROM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOE. (C.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

ESROM. ( Going )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

MRS. VERNON. (R.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

JOE. ( Calling )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

SARBER. ( Down L.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

JOE.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

SARBER. ( Examining wheel )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

JOE. (L. C.)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

ESROM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(ESROM pours water into tub .) ESROM. ( Coaxingly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOE. ( Nods )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

SARBER. ( Shaking head and smiling )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE. ( Pointing to coach )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

( Enter BOLLINGER L. U. E.) BOLLINGER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOE. ( Looking towards forge )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 145 chars .

SARBER. ( Looking at watch )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Looking at work )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(JOE and helper carry wheel to tub and chill the tire .) SARBER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

( They lift wheel to trusses, and silently adjust bolts. As this takes time the negroes fill in with songs .) TRAVERS. ( Coming down with KELLY R.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

(VILLAGERS at door .) TRAVERS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

KELLY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

( They turn up R. Enter JIM L. U. E.) BOLLINGER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JIM. ( Pointing to door )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

KELLY. ( Coming down with TRAVERS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

( They go up and exeunt .) BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Looking off carefully )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

( Wheel is done — CAL takes it up to coach .) BOLLINGER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars .

( Re-enter JIM with pan of milk — kneels by dog and feeds it .) SARBER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( They take wagon out . BOLLINGER, KELLY, TRAVERS and SARBER go out with wagon .) JOE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

( Enter TRAVERS.) TRAVERS.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars .

( Enter KATE R. 3.) KATE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

KATE. ( Coming down )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

KATE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SARBER. ( Off )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

KATE. ( Pause )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

KATE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 132 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 65 chars .

( Enter DAVE, from breakfast .) DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

(TRAVERS exit L. U. E.) DAVE. ( Embarrassed — nodding off )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

KATE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DAVE. ( Going to bench and beginning work on shaft with draw knife )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

DAVE. ( Commanding )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Crosses to DAVE. Pause )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

DAVE. ( Cautiously, approving her )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Wonderingly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DAVE. ( Threatening )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

LIZBETH. ( After pause )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE. ( Ominously )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Hopelessly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DAVE. ( Working )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Understandingly )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

DAVE. ( Bragging )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Portentously )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

( Enter EM'LY L. U.) EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

(SAM enters. Wears express blue and a cap .) EM'LY. ( Beckoning )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

(DAVE brings SAM down. Enter JOE R., followed by MRS. VERNON, LIZBETH and KATE.) JOE. ( Heartily )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SAM. ( Shaking hands )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Shaking )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

(KATE and LIZBETH shake hands with SAM. Enter JIM — EM'LY runs to him .) EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

(JIM puts his left arm around EM'LY and sits on anvil .) SAM. ( Approaching and taking JIM'S hand, smiling )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JIM. ( Nods at EM'LY)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

( They are a semi-circle about SAM.) SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

SAM.

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 238 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SAM.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

SAM. ( Intensely serious )

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

JOE. ( Wide eyed with gossip )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

SAM.

Contains 52 words in 1 sentence using 253 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Haunted )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

SAM.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

JIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SAM. ( Indignantly )

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars .

JOE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

LIZBETH. ( With nursery alarm )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

SAM. ( Common place )

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

SAM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JIM. ( To EM'LY)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SAM.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(JIM hands paper to KATE.) KATE. ( After slight start — haughtily )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JIM.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 91 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Looking after KATE)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( Exit KATE.) JIM. ( After another look after KATE — to SAM)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

SAM. ( Indifferently )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 40 words in 1 sentence using 191 chars .

SAM. ( Smiling )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

(JIM shakes head — goes up C.) EM'LY

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( General laugh — LIZBETH crosses to forge and gets pan . ESROM enters playing Jew's-harp .) ESROM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOE. ( At forge )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

ESROM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ESROM. ( Examines clinker )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

ESROM. ( Going )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JOE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JIM. ( Half startled )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SAM. ( Going )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

( Exeunt all but DAVE and JIM. JIM takes clinker and turns it carefully over in his hand. Then looks through forge — goes to bench near dog, and gets on hands and knees looking under it .) DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

(DAVE crosses and takes bellows .) DAVE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JIM. ( Ignoring question )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DAVE. ( Working bellows )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(JIM whistles cheerily a moment and examines gumbo burning .) JIM. ( Pause. Sitting on anvil )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DAVE. ( Moodily )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JIM. ( Laughing )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JIM. ( Amused )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

JIM. ( On anvil again )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JIM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars .

DAVE. ( In admiration )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM. ( Drawing watch )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

DAVE. ( Going )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

KATE. ( Coming toward JIM, who is turning gumbo thoughtfully in his hands )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

KATE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

KATE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JIM.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

KATE. ( Going to anvil and leaning on back of it )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JIM. ( Picks up old horse-shoe )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

KATE. ( Pause )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

KATE. ( Displaying the letter )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JIM.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JIM. ( Laughing )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

KATE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JIM.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

KATE. ( Getting in front of anvil )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM.

Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 226 chars .

KATE. ( Turns away R.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JIM. ( Advances )

Contains 146 words in 3 sentences using 710 chars .

KATE. ( Rather tenderly )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JIM.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars .

KATE. ( Pause )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

KATE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM. ( Motioning JOE to silence )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

KATE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JIM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

KATE.

Contains 73 words in 7 sentences using 368 chars .

JOE. ( Indignantly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JIM. ( Imperatively )

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars .

(JIM extends his hand in appeal to KATE. KATE turns her back to audience — leans on anvil, firmly shakes her head no — JIM motions silence to JOE; makes a struggle and pulls himself together — turns and kneels by dog, caressing it .) CURTAIN
ACT III.

SCENE: — Same as ACT I, but tidy. Doors closed and lamp lighted. Song in Blacksmith Shop before rise of curtain .

DISCOVERED: — DAVE and LIZBETH playing checkers on home-made board down C. EM'LY and SAM looking on . JOE reading at L. KATE in walking dress looking out window . MRS. VERNON with glasses mending some garments .

 JOE. ( Annoyed by song — frets. Goes to the door )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOE.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Petulantly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

KATE. ( Solus )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Indicates the melodeon )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

KATE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

ESROM. ( Appearing at window )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOE. ( From his paper )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ESROM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(ESROM hands KATE a letter .) ESROM. ( Whispering )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

( A knock at street door .) JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Enter JIM.) MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOE. ( Not turning )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE. ( Rising )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM. ( To JOE)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

(JOE goes to the shelf at back and fills his pipe .) EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

JOE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Explaining )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

SAM. ( Starting to door )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JIM. ( Emphatically )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

SAM.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

EM'LY ( To JIM, pulling him around )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM. ( Nodding his head )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JIM.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

( Exit KATE door R.) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

DAVE. ( Protesting )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM. ( Hands DAVE a paper )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

(JIM takes a piece of gumbo from pocket and hands it to JOE.) JIM. ( To DAVE)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Ready for a fight )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JIM. ( Abetting LIZBETH)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JIM. ( In disgust )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JIM. ( In superlative display )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JOE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

LIZBETH ( With pride )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 224 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

DAVE. ( Hushing her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JIM. ( Positively )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

JOE. ( Giving up )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM. ( Passing the approval to DAVE and LIZBETH)

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars .

JOE. ( Glad to change the subject )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM. ( Draws second paper from pocket )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JIM.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

JOE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

JIM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

( Enter KATE and MRS. VERNON R. 3 E.) MRS. VERNON.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

KATE.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Interposes )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

KATE. ( Down to end of table R.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOE.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

KATE. ( Ready to weep )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JOE. ( Coaxing )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOE. ( Irritated )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

KATE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

JOE. ( Loudly chaffing )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JIM.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JIM.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 152 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

KATE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

KATE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

KATE. ( Starting up )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( With her back to street door )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( As she disappears by door R.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( Enter BOLLINGER from street .) BOLLINGER. ( In great excitement )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JOE. ( Catching the thrill )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

LIZBETH and EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

ALL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Revelling in the gossip )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

JIM. ( Quietly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Impatiently )

Contains 64 words in 2 sentences using 346 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

JOE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Intolerant of JOE'S stupidity )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JIM. ( In quiet contrast )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

JOE. ( Bustling about )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

JIM. ( To EM'LY)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JOE. ( At door R. Calls )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

( Enter MRS. VERNON.) JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOE. ( Who is running a circle )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Adding her part to the hubbub )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

DAVE. ( As LIZBETH holds him )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

( Exuent BOLLINGER and JOE.) MRS. VERNON.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

(DAVE exit; when off calls "Good-bye!" ) MRS. VERNON. ( Impatient in doorway )

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Enter KATE R.) KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. VERNON ( Accusingly )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

( Enter SARBER from street, hurriedly ) SARBER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

KATE. ( Quickly )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SARBER. ( Shouting )

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

KATE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

KATE. ( In haunted fear )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

KATE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 179 chars .

KATE. ( Recoiling )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

KATE. ( In wild-eyed panic )

Contains 107 words in 16 sentences using 543 chars .

( Enter TRAVERS, pale and breathless — revolver in hand. He closes the door behind him .) TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

KATE.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

KATE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Pleading )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

KATE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Covers hand )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

KATE. ( Doubting him )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

KATE. ( Goes to table and leans on it with her back to TRAVERS)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

KATE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

KATE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( There is again the sound of approaching hoofs .) KATE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

(JIM rides into view and drops from his horse .) JIM. ( In door )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

KATE. ( Behind table )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM. ( After looking slowly about )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM. ( In a matter of course way )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

KATE. ( Behind chair L.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JIM. ( Shaking his head )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

KATE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JIM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

KATE. ( Near melodeon )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JIM. ( On the "qui vive" )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

KATE. ( In distress )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JIM. ( In real tenderness )

Contains 79 words in 3 sentences using 366 chars .

KATE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

JIM.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

KATE. ( At bay herself )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

KATE. ( Fiercely )

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 212 chars .

JIM. ( A pause in which he decides the question )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

KATE. ( Turning )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM. ( Straddling a chair and facing closet. Speaks in ordinary tone )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Bursting from closet and levelling pistol )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JIM. ( Pause. In fateful monotone )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

KATE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

KATE. ( Anxiously pleading )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

JIM.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Still covering him )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

JIM.

Contains 100 words in 2 sentences using 511 chars .

KATE. ( With emotional appreciation )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM. ( With a restraining gesture )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM. ( Pause )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JIM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TRAVERS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

KATE. ( Shrinking )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

TRAVERS. ( Holds out hand )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

( Exit TRAVERS — KATE sinks in chair sobbing — JIM in doorway regards her tenderly ) CURTAIN.
ACT IV.

SCENE: — Exterior of JIM RADBURN'S cabin-front, stoop and steps showing L. Rail-fence partly broken down is across the stage at right and continues in painting on the panorama back drop of rough country with stacks of cord wood. Many stumps showing. A mud road winds into the distance, a stile crosses fence at 3 R.

DISCOVERED: — JIM on step with pencil and queer note-paper, writing on a piece of broken board .

 JIM.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars .

( Enter EM'LY, with milk-pails filled, from L. U.) EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM. ( Whets knife on boot )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM. ( Sharpens pencil )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JIM.

Contains 72 words in 7 sentences using 324 chars .

( Re-enter EM'LY, with pails empty . EM'LY sings ) EM'LY. ( Pause )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

EM'LY. ( Surprised )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM. ( With meaning )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

(EM'LY stands looking at him a moment; then turns to go .) EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JIM. ( Writing and not looking up )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

EM'LY. ( Smiling )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM. ( Writing )

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars .

EM'LY. ( On the stile. Looking off )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

SAM. ( Off R.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

( Enter SAM.) EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

SAM. ( To JIM)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JIM. ( Rising. With some interest )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

SAM. ( Puzzled )

Contains 38 words in 1 sentence using 204 chars .

JIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

SAM.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

EM'LY. ( Eagerly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

SAM. ( Willing to stay )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

( Exit JIM into house .) EM'LY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 211 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

SAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

SAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SAM.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

EM'LY. ( Gets letter from pocket )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

SAM.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

SAM.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 214 chars .

EM'LY. ( Indignantly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SAM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

SAM. ( Reading: )

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 164 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

SAM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

SAM. ( Resenting the idea )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

SAM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 40 words in 1 sentence using 179 chars .

SAM. ( Embracing her )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

EM'LY. ( Acquiescing )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Enter DAVE and LIZBETH.) DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LIZBETH. ( Pleased with the example of SAM and EM'LY)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

EM'LY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

SAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

SAM.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

SAM. ( Astonished )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

SAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 145 chars .

SAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Enter JIM from house .) JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

LIZBETH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( Looks at EM'LY.) EM'LY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

SAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

SAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM. ( Pointing off R.)

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JIM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

( Exit DAVE.) EM'LY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JIM.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

EM'LY. ( Going )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

SAM. ( Joining the girls on the porch )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JIM. ( Watching the coming mob )

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

SAM. ( At the door )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( Exit SAM. JIM removes his paper collar — adjusts the two guns under his coat-tails — takes a chew of tobacco and fatefully waits. Enter back of fence R., BOLLINGER, SARBER, CAL, ESROM, DAVE, and Supers; DAVE drifts away from them to L. ESROM playing Jew's-harp; all enter when JIM gets through his preparations and leans against porch .) BOLLINGER. ( Loudly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(ESROM is silent ) BOLLINGER. ( Pause )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

JIM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DAVE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Exit Dave .) BOLLINGER.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

JIM. ( After pause )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Sneering )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

JIM. ( Shakes his head )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

SARBER. ( In quarrelsome bawl. Pointing at JIM)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Maintaining his leadership )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

ALL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Clashing )

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

ALL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Resuming his nag of JIM)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JIM. ( Pause. Chews and shakes head )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

SARBER. ( Again intruding )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 67 words in 6 sentences using 328 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

(JIM nods .) BOLLINGER. ( His anger now lifting his tone into police court tirade )

Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 205 chars .

SARBER. ( In same manner )

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

JIM. ( With sudden vehemence )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

JIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Half laughing )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

( All laugh derisively .) ESROM. ( Emboldened to participate )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

SARBER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( To JIM)

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

JIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

JIM. ( Smiling )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( Murmur and start .) JIM. ( Again in sudden warning )

Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 313 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

( Murmur and movement .) JIM.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Discreetly on stile. After a pause )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JIM.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( His irritation returning. Threateningly )

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Off R.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( Enter KATE and MRS. VERNON over the stile — the mob parting to admit them .) KATE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JIM.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

(KATE and MRS. VERNON come on .) KATE. ( Anxiously. To JIM)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

BOLLINGER. ( Pointing at JIM)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

KATE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

KATE. ( Crosses to the men )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JIM.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

KATE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars .

KATE. ( To BOLLINGER)

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 52 chars .

JIM. ( Taking her hand )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

KATE.

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 242 chars .

JIM. ( Expostulating )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

KATE. ( To J IM)

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

KATE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

JIM. ( To men )

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

KATE. ( To the men )

Contains 86 words in 8 sentences using 421 chars .

MRS. VERNON. ( Cosses L. to her )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JIM.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Enter JOE and DAVE) JOE.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

JIM.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JOE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JIM. ( Pointing to KATE)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOE.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOE. ( In great excitement )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

( Cheers from crowd .) JIM.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JOE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JOE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JIM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

JOE.

Contains 72 words in 5 sentences using 379 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOE.

Contains 84 words in 2 sentences using 415 chars .

BOLLINGER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( They shake hands .) JOE.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 144 chars .

JIM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

KATE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. VERNON.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

JIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CURTAIN.