The Rise of Silas Howells, William Dean Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag William Dean Howells, 1837 – 1920 Walter J. Meserve William Merriam Gibson, 1912 – George Warren Arms, 1912 – The Rise of Silas: A Play in Four Acts: W. D. Howells and Paul Kester [in, The Complete Plays of W. D. Howells: Walter J. Meserve ... Under the General Editorship of William M. Gibson and George Arms] New York New York University Press xxxiii, 649 p. COREY: MR. COREY: unclear IRENE: AGENT: LAPHAM: HUBBARD: DINWIDDIE: SEYMOUR: BELLINGHAM: MISS KINGSBURY: WALKER: PENELOPE: PEN: ACROYD: MRS. LAPHAM: MRS. COREY: ROGERS: GIRL: TOM: NANNY: Dramatisation of novel Prose data extraction from source 1960 First performed: November 25, 1919
ACT I

SCENE: Lapham's Office, Boston. The scene shows the dim and vast interior of Lapham's warehouse. The office is railed off at the right, the private office well down stage separated by a high partition from the counting room and clerks' offices that run R. U. E. Kegs, barrels and cans of paint fade away into the perspective of the warehouse. Windows light the office at the right high above the desks. A big, round faced clock ticks on the wall .

Discovered: At rise Walker and Williams. Girl copying letters on her typewriter. Walker making entries in the books before him .

Enter Bartley Hubbard .

 HUBBARD:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 146 chars .

HUBBARD, taking out his notebook :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

HUBBARD, writing :

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

HUBBARD, writing :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM, heard off :

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Enter Lapham and Seymour from L. Lapham has a large plan of the house in his hands . SEYMOUR:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

LAPHAM, gasping :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

Laying plan on table . SEYMOUR:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Exit Seymour L. LAPHAM, looking after him :

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 44 words in 6 sentences using 201 chars .

GIRL:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

LAPHAM, thoughtfully :

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 112 words in 5 sentences using 527 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

LAPHAM, dryly :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

LAPHAM, more dryly :

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 238 words in 14 sentences using 1105 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 195 words in 11 sentences using 873 chars .

HUBBARD, pointing :

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

LAPHAM, laughing :

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 207 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

LAPHAM, placated :

Contains 57 words in 7 sentences using 326 chars .

Puts up photograph . HUBBARD:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

LAPHAM, with dignity :

Contains 314 words in 18 sentences using 1449 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 146 words in 10 sentences using 673 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 106 words in 6 sentences using 479 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

LAPHAM, gravely :

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 211 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 96 words in 6 sentences using 442 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 157 words in 5 sentences using 749 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 194 words in 14 sentences using 914 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

HUBBARD, laughing in recognition of joke :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 104 words in 8 sentences using 461 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM, sullenly :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

A silence; Lapham sits gloomily . HUBBARD:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

LAPHAM, looking from his silence with a sigh :

Contains 125 words in 10 sentences using 596 chars .

Forgetting Hubbard . HUBBARD:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

LAPHAM, taking his hand and holding it :

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

LAPHAM, clapping him on the shoulder :

Contains 56 words in 9 sentences using 266 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

They all laugh, and Hubbard exits, bowing. As he exits, Walker, William and typewriter put on coats, hats, etc. and go out to luncheon . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 88 words in 6 sentences using 416 chars .

LAPHAM, laughing :

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 186 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 257 chars .

PENELOPE, advancing :

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

She goes round and picks several shavings off her mother's skirt which she holds up and then drops on the floor. Lapham laughs with her . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars .

The girls exeunt . LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 99 words in 6 sentences using 441 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 180 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 128 words in 7 sentences using 557 chars .

LAPHAM, as Pen's voice is heard without laughing with Irene :

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 259 chars .

LAPHAM, taking letter and turning it in his hands, affecting uncertainty :

Contains 40 words in 6 sentences using 191 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 70 words in 4 sentences using 318 chars .

Laughs . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 249 chars .

LAPHAM, looking at letter :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

LAPHAM, writing :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM: taking check then tearing it in two :

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

LAPHAM, writing again :

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 257 chars .

The girls, arms in arm, and tilting stylishly about, while they stare up at the kegs and cans of paint, and put their faces together, and whisper and then laugh out, come forward past the side of the private office . LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Mrs. Lapham and Lapham remain looking fondly at the girls while they come down to the front and begin talking . IRENE, to Penelope :

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 186 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 32 words in 11 sentences using 152 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 94 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 39 chars .

The girls put their heads together and laugh; then walk back into the warehouse. The parents begin again in Lapham's office . LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, with a violent start :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 197 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 258 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 52 words in 6 sentences using 214 chars .

Enter Rogers L. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, turning :

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 76 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Lapham turns away pretending to look at the plan of the house before him. There is an uneasy pause . MRS. LAPHAM, vaguely glancing at plan :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 220 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

She joins the girls without and they are seen passing off together . ROGERS:

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 260 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 54 words in 5 sentences using 253 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

As Lapham examines the papers Walker, typewriter and William come in from luncheon, hang up their hats and resume work . ROGERS:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 137 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 240 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

LAPHAM, absently, as Rogers turns away :

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Takes off his coat. He seats himself in his shirt sleeves and begins writing at his desk. Enter Tom Corey without, L. TOM:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

WALKER, after a moment's pause, nodding to Lapham's office :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TOM:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

WALKER, at Lapham's door :

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 21 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

TOM, as he enters the private office :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TOM:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 163 chars .

TOM:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

TOM:

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

TOM:

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 165 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TOM:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

TOM:

Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 299 chars .

LAPHAM, shaking his head :

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

TOM:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

LAPHAM, slowly lifting his head and facing Corey :

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TOM:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 97 words in 11 sentences using 462 chars .

TOM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

TOM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

TOM:

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 140 chars .

TOM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 226 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Enter Dinwiddie, pauses in outer office, speaks to Walker, sits on chair to wait . TOM:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 111 words in 7 sentences using 535 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 147 words in 8 sentences using 703 chars .

TOM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Exit Tom L. WALKER, at office door :

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 95 words in 5 sentences using 485 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 72 words in 6 sentences using 299 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Enter Penelope, Mrs. Lapham and Irene L. DINWIDDIE:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

He passes into outer office, touching his hat to the ladies; as he goes out he turns and stares long at Irene . PENELOPE, laughing :

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

The girls walk down the warehouse . MRS. LAPHAM, within office :

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 205 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 242 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 197 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Enter Tom Corey in warehouse L. MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

They watch Corey shaking hands with the girls without; he stops to talk with them . TOM:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

PENELOPE:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

Goes into background and leaves Tom and Irene seated on two kegs of paint . IRENE:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

TOM:

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

TOM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

TOM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

TOM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 216 chars .

TOM:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

TOM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 90 words in 8 sentences using 444 chars .

TOM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

TOM, sitting on a keg of paint beside Irene :

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars .

She pokes at a shaving on the floor before her with her parasol . TOM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

TOM:

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

TOM:

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

She takes it and fastens it in her belt, both laughing. Through this scene Lapham has kept at his desk, Mrs. Lapham standing near him; gradually he has stopped his writing and has sat watching Irene and Tom with varying feelings. Penelope has watched them too, but has suddenly turned and moved away into the gloom of the warehouse. She returns just as Irene puts the shaving into her belt . TOM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

TOM:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

PEN:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PEN:

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 271 chars .

They come out into wareroom . LAPHAM, to Tom :

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars .

Significantly . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

He nudges Mrs. Lapham, she strikes him playfully as all turn and exit . CURTAIN
ACT II

SCENE: The Corey's House. The scene shows a drawing room from which a dining room is separated by heavy curtains; the scene is so set that both rooms are virtually one when the curtains are drawn aside. A part of the hall with entrance through double doors opens from the drawing room. Doors lead to other rooms .

Discovered: Mr. and Mrs. Corey, in evening dress. Mr. Corey has evening paper. Mrs. Corey has some flowers which she can arrange in vase or later take to the dining room .

 MRS. COREY:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

COREY:

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

COREY:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

COREY:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 197 chars .

COREY:

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 191 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

COREY:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

COREY:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

COREY:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

COREY:

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

COREY:

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 236 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

COREY:

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

Exit through portieres to dining room. At the same moment enter Tom from left . COREY:

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

COREY:

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 233 chars .

TOM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

COREY:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

COREY:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

COREY:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TOM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

COREY:

Contains 76 words in 5 sentences using 428 chars .

TOM:

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 152 chars .

COREY:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

TOM:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

COREY:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

TOM:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

COREY:

Contains 144 words in 8 sentences using 759 chars .

Mrs. Corey enters. Tom goes to her . MRS. COREY:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

TOM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars .

TOM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

Exit . MRS. COREY:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

COREY:

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

Enter Nanny Corey . NANNY:

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 220 words in 8 sentences using 1158 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Exeunt Mr. and Mrs. Corey, R. Enter Tom, L. NANNY:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

TOM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

TOM, aghast :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NANNY, amazed :

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

TOM:

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 228 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TOM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 109 chars .

TOM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

Enter Lapham, pulling off his gloves; and Mrs. Lapham after him . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 197 chars .

LAPHAM, putting on gloves :

Contains 80 words in 5 sentences using 364 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 321 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 63 words in 4 sentences using 289 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, tenderly :

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 69 words in 5 sentences using 311 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 205 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 181 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 220 words in 13 sentences using 1054 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 52 words in 10 sentences using 247 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 125 words in 15 sentences using 566 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 238 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Pulling off his gloves . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 61 words in 5 sentences using 285 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Mrs. Lapham with a gesture of despair goes out R. to library with Irene; while James Bellingham enters L. BELLINGHAM:

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

LAPHAM, looking at tie, aside :

Contains 125 words in 11 sentences using 590 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

LAPHAM, swelling :

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Mrs. Lapham enter from R. MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

They bow and all go toward library R. whence issues Mrs. Corey followed slowly by the others. Mr. Corey, Mr. Seymour, Irene, Tom, Miss Kingsbury and Nanny . TOM, advancing, shaking hands with Lapham :

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Introducing Mrs. Corey to Lapham . MRS COREY, advancing and shaking hands :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

COREY, to Lapham :

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

LAPHAM, observing Corey's white tie, beaming with satisfaction, aside :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Nanny holds Irene's hand a moment; Mrs. Corey turns to Mrs. Lapham . MRS. COREY:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

MR. COREY:

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars .

Mr. Corey crosses and gives his arm to Mrs. Lapham, the curtains are drawn back opening the dining room into the scene. Mrs. Corey slips her hand through Lapham's arm and detains him as he would start forward. They follow the others into the dining room and all sit at the table. Lapham on Mrs. Corey's right. Mrs. Lapham beside Mr. Corey. Irene beside Tom. Seeing James Bellingham tuck his napkin in his collar Lapham does likewise, then as none of the others do it he takes it out again . BELLINGHAM, to Miss Kingsbury :

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

The servants move about with the courses, filling the glasses. Lapham watches the others, and tastes his wine . TOM, to Irene :

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

TOM:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

TOM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

They converse together silently . MRS. COREY, to Lapham :

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

COREY:

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

COREY, leaning back in his chair :

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 66 words in 4 sentences using 339 chars .

COREY:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 251 chars .

COREY:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

COREY, as all laugh :

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 145 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

COREY:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

BELLINGHAM, to Mrs. Lapham :

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 208 chars .

COREY:

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 255 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 213 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars .

COREY, as the others laugh :

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

COREY:

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 197 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 235 chars .

COREY:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

COREY:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

LAPHAM, to Mrs. Corey :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. COREY:

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 264 chars .

LAPHAM, to Nanny Corey :

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

COREY:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

BELLINGHAM, to Mrs. Lapham :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

NANNY:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

They all laugh. Mrs. Corey rises . MRS. COREY:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

COREY:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

All the ladies rise, Lapham starts to follow Mrs. Corey, then pauses seeing the gentlemen remain. Tom opens the door for his mother. The ladies exeunt. The gentlemen light their cigars and re-seat themselves . COREY, as servant offers cigars :

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

BELLINGHAM, coming to Lapham's side as he smokes, half turned in his seat :

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 327 chars .

COREY:

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

He breaks the ashes from his cigar. Bellingham fills his glass . COREY:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BELLINGHAM, to Corey :

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

COREY:

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

COREY:

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 412 words in 27 sentences using 1948 chars .

He pauses flushed with wine — staring ahead . BELLINGHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

LAPHAM, with tipsy suspicion :

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

LAPHAM, with a returning gleam :

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

COREY:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars .

LAPHAM, steadying himself, and sobered a little by the chance of bragging :

Contains 63 words in 3 sentences using 261 chars .

COREY:

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

COREY:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 205 words in 11 sentences using 955 chars .

TOM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

LAPHAM, to Corey :

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

COREY:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

COREY:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 92 words in 6 sentences using 439 chars .

COREY:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

COREY:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 79 words in 11 sentences using 390 chars .

TOM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

LAPHAM, with drunken dignity :

Contains 219 words in 15 sentences using 1058 chars .

He starts up . TOM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

COREY:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

LAPHAM, dropping back in his chair :

Contains 52 words in 6 sentences using 243 chars .

BELLINGHAM, listening :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

LAPHAM, not regarding :

Contains 78 words in 3 sentences using 385 chars .

TOM, going to window :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

A light is seen beyond the window, the engines are heard throbbing and pulsing in the street below. A sound of distant bells and voices. An engine crashes by . SEYMOUR:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

COREY:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Exit Seymour for ladies. All crowd to the window, save Lapham who remains seated . BELLINGHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Enter Seymour with Mrs. Lapham, Mrs. Corey, Miss Kingsbury, Irene and Nanny. All crowd to the window . NANNY:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

SEYMOUR:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

COREY:

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

MISS KINGSBURY:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, looks from window :

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

LAPHAM, starting to window :

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

The crash of engines, the shouts and the sounds of fire continue . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

CURTAIN
ACT III SCENE: Lapham's house in Nankeen Square. Parlor as described in novel. Irene and Penelope talking before the fire . IRENE:

Contains 61 words in 5 sentences using 285 chars .

PEN, listlessly :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 93 words in 6 sentences using 447 chars .

PEN:

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 164 chars .

PEN:

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Enter Mrs. Lapham . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 219 chars .

PEN:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 60 words in 6 sentences using 300 chars .

She pushes them out of the room, and as they go Lapham enters by other door, walking heavily . LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 139 chars .

LAPHAM, sinking into chair :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, indignantly :

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Lapham rises from his chair with a groan and paces the room restlessly. Mrs. Lapham follows him with her eyes . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 72 words in 4 sentences using 326 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, a bell rings :

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Exit Mrs. Lapham; enter Corey and Walker . WALKER:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 129 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

ROGERS, seating himself while Tom and Walker draw back :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 44 words in 8 sentences using 203 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 132 words in 12 sentences using 585 chars .

He turns his back on Rogers . ROGERS, slowly and calmly :

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 60 words in 6 sentences using 291 chars .

ROGERS, rising calmly :

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

LAPHAM, baffled :

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 280 chars .

ROGERS, unruffled :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Exit Rogers . LAPHAM, after a long pause, turning to Tom Corey who advances :

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 117 chars .

TOM:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

TOM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 58 words in 2 sentences using 265 chars .

TOM:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

TOM:

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

TOM:

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 229 chars .

Enter Mr. Dinwiddie . DINWIDDIE, pausing in doorway :

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 17 words in 6 sentences using 88 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 53 words in 1 sentence using 267 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 52 words in 3 sentences using 252 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

TOM:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

LAPHAM, tempted :

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

TOM:

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

LAPHAM, after a pause :

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

WALKER:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

LAPHAM, taking securities :

Contains 74 words in 4 sentences using 359 chars .

As he speaks Mrs. Lapham enters behind him pausing at his words. Lapham sits down as if to write out the telegram himself . TOM, softly :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM, about to fill out the telegraph blank, but stops :

Contains 44 words in 1 sentence using 206 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, advancing :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LAPHAM, turning :

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

TOM, at door :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Exit Tom, taking his hat . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

LAPHAM, after a pause :

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

LAPHAM, grimly :

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 249 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 231 chars .

LAPHAM, musingly :

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 208 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, proudly :

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

LAPHAM, his face lighting :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LAPHAM, thoughtfully :

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 245 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 150 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 64 words in 6 sentences using 292 chars .

LAPHAM, slowly :

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 170 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

LAPHAM, after a pause :

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, sobbing :

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

LAPHAM, his arm about her :

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

Enter Penelope . PEN:

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

LAPHAM, laughs :

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 137 chars .

PEN:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 288 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, smiling through her tears :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 174 chars .

He moves toward the door leading Mrs. Lapham, his arm still about her. Exit Lapham and Mrs. Lapham . PEN, looking after them :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Enter Tom . TOM, as he sees her :

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

PEN:

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PEN:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

PEN:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

TOM:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

PEN:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PEN:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

TOM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

PEN:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PEN:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

TOM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

PEN:

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

TOM, as he holds her hand :

Contains 83 words in 4 sentences using 389 chars .

PEN, starting away :

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

PEN:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

TOM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PEN:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

TOM:

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

PEN:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 151 chars .

TOM:

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 190 chars .

PEN:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

TOM:

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

PEN:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

TOM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

PEN:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

TOM:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

PEN:

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 41 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PEN:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PEN:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

TOM:

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

PEN:

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

TOM:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

PEN:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

TOM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

PEN:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

TOM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

TOM:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Pen thrusts Tom out at one door as Lapham enters by another . LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

She goes to him clinging to him . LAPHAM, trying to joke :

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 127 chars .

PEN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PEN:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PEN:

Contains 52 words in 9 sentences using 238 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PEN:

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 199 chars .

LAPHAM, slowly :

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

PEN:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

PEN:

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 132 chars .

LAPHAM, humbly :

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

PEN:

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 134 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

Pause . PEN:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

PEN:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

PEN:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PEN:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

PEN:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

PEN:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

LAPHAM, gently :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PEN:

Contains 99 words in 10 sentences using 451 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PEN:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

LAPHAM, firmly :

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

PEN:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Enter Irene . IRENE, as she enters :

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

PEN:

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

PEN:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

IRENE, turning to him :

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 43 words in 7 sentences using 194 chars .

PEN:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

IRENE, dazed :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

PEN, reaching toward her :

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

IRENE, holding her off :

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 65 words in 5 sentences using 273 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Exit Irene . LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PEN:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

PEN:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 136 chars .

PEN:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Enter Irene . IRENE, advancing to Penelope with the shaving, etc. in her hands :

Contains 97 words in 7 sentences using 416 chars .

PEN:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 163 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Moving toward her . IRENE:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

Exit . PEN:

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Exit Pen following Irene weeping . LAPHAM, looking after them :

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

Enter Bellingham . BELLINGHAM:

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BELLINGHAM, running through the papers hastily :

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

LAPHAM, firmly :

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

LAPHAM, brokenly :

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 51 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

LAPHAM, as voices are heard in hall :

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 149 chars .

Exit Lapham and Bellingham. Enter Rogers and English agent . AGENT:

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 183 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Enter Mrs. Lapham . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

ROGERS, presenting agent :

Contains 58 words in 7 sentences using 340 chars .

ACROYD:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

LAPHAM, after a pause :

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 112 chars .

ACROYD:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

LAPHAM, twisting his head in the direction of Rogers :

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

ACROYD:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 201 chars .

ACROYD:

Contains 125 words in 6 sentences using 595 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 146 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 56 words in 6 sentences using 270 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 168 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, wavering :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

ROGERS:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

Enter Walker with letter in his hand . WALKER:

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

ROGERS, starting forward as Lapham takes the letter from Walker :

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

Enter Dinwiddie with telegram in hand . DINWIDDIE:

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

LAPHAM, stands irresolute. After a pause :

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

ROGERS, furious. Turns to Acroyd in despair :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LAPHAM, to Bellingham :

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

CURTAIN
ACT IV SCENE: Back at Lapham. The scene shows the exterior of the old farm house at Lapham with the porch and garden. In the distance are seen the rocks and barns with "Lapham's Mineral Paint, Specimen" upon their sides, disappearing in the rugged hillside perspective. Steps lead from the garden to the porch. A path leads to an old gate at C. There are seats near the well, and a garden bench before the house. At rise Penelope enters through the gate; she wears a summer dress and hat; she carries some letters in her hand. She comes to bench near well — sits down and begins to go through the pile assorting them and reading as she does so . PEN:

Contains 17 words in 7 sentences using 120 chars .

Again ad lib. until she comes upon her own letter from Tom. She takes it up quickly with joy lighting up her whole face, is about to tear it open hastily, but stops suddenly. The look of joy fades from her face and gives way to pensiveness, her hands drop into her lap still holding the letter at which she continues to stare. Mrs. Lapham enters from house, freshly and prettily dressed. She sees Penelope and watches her listless attitude for a moment, then says rather sharply . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

PEN, jumps to her feet with a startled cry, the letters all scatter on the floor except her own which she has clasped tightly to her bosom :

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, abandoning her evident intention to scold her on seeing her hysterical condition, says more kindly :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PEN, gathering up the letters from the ground. Sitting on the bench :

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, taking letters :

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 250 chars .

PEN:

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PEN:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PEN:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 68 words in 6 sentences using 324 chars .

PEN:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 218 chars .

PEN:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 172 chars .

PEN:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

Lapham enters from the house; he meets Pen as she goes up the steps to the porch . LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

PEN:

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 128 words in 9 sentences using 594 chars .

Looks round . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

LAPHAM, significantly :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

They sit together on the bench before the house . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 99 words in 6 sentences using 440 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

LAPHAM, sighing :

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 227 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

As they speak Pen is seen in the doorway coming from the house. She hears what they say of Tom's going out to Mexico. As Lapham looks up and sees her, a distant whistle is heard . PEN, from the porch :

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

LAPHAM, at gate :

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

LAPHAM, severely :

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

LAPHAM, going out :

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Goes up to him to gate . LAPHAM, leaning over gate :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

Exit at gate . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

PEN:

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PEN:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, pause :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PEN:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

PEN:

Contains 53 words in 8 sentences using 258 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

PEN:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

PEN:

Contains 76 words in 4 sentences using 346 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

Exit Mrs. Lapham into house . PEN:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Tom enters at back. Pen turns and sees him. He comes forward and they meet at the gate . TOM:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

He tries to take her hand . PEN, leading the way to the garden seats :

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

TOM:

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 256 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

TOM:

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars .

PEN:

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 210 chars .

TOM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PEN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

TOM:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PEN:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

TOM:

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 195 chars .

PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

TOM:

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 223 chars .

PEN:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

TOM:

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

PEN:

Contains 28 words in 7 sentences using 136 chars .

TOM:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Tom turns from her in despair. Irene enters at the gate; Pen turns and sees her, utters a startled cry . PEN:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

IRENE, advancing :

Contains 75 words in 10 sentences using 354 chars .

PEN:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

TOM:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Exit Tom through gate . IRENE, going straight to Pen :

Contains 64 words in 5 sentences using 289 chars .

PEN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

Exit Pen. Enter Mrs. Lapham from the house . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, after pause :

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

IRENE:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

As they speak, Lapham, Bellingham, Mr. Dinwiddie and Bartley Hubbard appear and enter through the gate . HUBBARD, pausing and looking up the hillside at the barns and rocks with the signs upon them :

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

LAPHAM, looking up the hillside as Dinwiddie comes down with Bellingham to Mrs. Lapham and Irene :

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 270 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, to Bellingham :

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 142 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

They greet smilingly and talk apart . HUBBARD:

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 223 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 266 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Exit Mrs. Lapham and Irene into the house . HUBBARD:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 148 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 90 words in 8 sentences using 439 chars .

DINWIDDIE:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LAPHAM, to Hubbard :

Contains 68 words in 3 sentences using 315 chars .

BELLINGHAM:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Mrs. Lapham and Irene re-enter coming from the house . MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Irene and Mr. Dinwiddie pass out at the gate following Bellingham and Hubbard who stroll on slowly ahead. Irene pauses to gather a rose which Dinwiddie puts in his coat; at the gate Lapham pauses . LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

LAPHAM, looking after them :

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

As they speak, exit Lapham and Mrs. Lapham following the others. As they go Pen comes to the door and stands looking after them, she moves as if to follow, then sinks down on the steps, sitting there staring vacantly ahead. Tom comes to the gate. She looks up and sees him. Neither speaks. He comes in quietly and stands by her . TOM:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

PEN, looking up, slowly :

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

TOM:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PEN:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

TOM:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PEN:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TOM:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

He holds out his hand, she puts hers in it . PEN:

Contains 167 words in 21 sentences using 771 chars .

TOM:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Lapham enters at the back, pausing in the gate, a hand upon either post . LAPHAM, calling :

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

TOM:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Pen clings to him without looking up . PEN:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

A faint cheer is heard in the distance. Lapham listens and turns away . PEN, turning from Tom to him :

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

The cheering continues from the valley . LAPHAM:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

TOM, at gate :

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Mrs. Lapham and Bellingham followed slowly by Hubbard and Dinwiddie and Irene come up the hill from the village straggling in. Irene and Dinwiddie pausing at the gate. Mrs. Lapham crosses toward the house . MRS. LAPHAM, seeing Tom :

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

HUBBARD:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. LAPHAM, from the porch :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

As Lapham follows the others toward the house, Bartley Hubbard turns to him again . HUBBARD:

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 252 chars .

LAPHAM:

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 289 chars .

The twilight deepens, the lights show through the windows of the house — some are already seated at the table, the smoke drifts up in the distance — the cheering comes faintly — at intervals — far away. They turn to the house .
CURTAIN