Diamonds and Hearts Merriman, Effie Woodward Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Effie Woodward Merriman, b. 1857 Diamonds and Hearts: Comedy-Drama in Three Acts by Effie W. Merriman ... Chicago The Dramatic Publishing Company 40 p. Dwight. Girls. Hannah Dr. Burton Attorney Inez and Amy. Amy. Sammy. Bernice. Sheriff. Amy and Inez. Inez. Abraham Mrs. Halstead Comedy Drama Prose data extraction from source 1897
CAST OF CHARACTERS. BERNICE HALSTEAD — A young lady of eighteen, with an affection of the heart, a love of fun and a hatred of arithmetic. AMY HALSTEAD — Her sister, two years younger. Fond of frolic INEZ GRAY — A young lady visitor, willing to share in the fun. MRS. HALSTEAD — A widow, and stepmother to the Halstead girls. HANNAH MARY BARNES, or "Sis" — A maiden lady who keeps house for her brother. DWIGHT BRADLEY — A fortune-hunter, and Mrs Halstead's son by a former marriage. DR. BURTON — A young physician. SAMMY — The darky bell-boy in the Halstead house. ABRAHAM BARNES, or "Bub" — A Yankee farmer still unmarried at forty. A diamond in the rough. ATTORNEY; SHERIFF
Plays two hours.
ACT I. SCENE. — A pleasant parlor in the city home of the Halsteads. Enter Bernice, R., who is suffering from an attack of ennui. She crosses to C., where she picks up a book from table, glances at its pages, yawns, throws it down (and seats herself at piano ,) L. C. Sings a stanza of "Pass Under the Rod') with feeling, then suddenly switches off into a most absurd accompaniment and sings: Bernice.

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 126 chars .

Contains 76 words in 11 sentences using 406 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Amy. Breathlessly

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

Inez. Breathlessly

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Amy.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Inez. Gasping

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 16 words in 6 sentences using 79 chars .

Inez.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 157 chars .

Bernice. Rushing to dog, which she catches up

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Inez.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

Amy.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Inez.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Amy.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Inez.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

Inez.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Bernice. Slowly

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

Amy.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Amy.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

Inez.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 83 chars .

Amy.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

Amy.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 247 chars .

Inez.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Amy.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Amy. With hesitation

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Inez.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Bernice. Going to the mantelpiece, brings back three toothpicks

Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 290 chars .

Inez.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 170 chars .

Inez and Amy. Dancing about and clapping their hands

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Inez.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Amy.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 58 words in 5 sentences using 276 chars .

Sammy. Grinning

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Bernice. Shaking him, playfully

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Sammy. Grinning

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

Bernice. Impressively

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 172 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 50 words in 7 sentences using 255 chars .

Sammy. Starting to run

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Bernice. Catching Sammy before he gets through the door

Contains 83 words in 6 sentences using 366 chars .

Sammy. From the distance

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Inez.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Amy.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 133 words in 13 sentences using 654 chars .

Inez. Looking out the window

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Amy. Still beating time

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Amy. With a little shriek

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Bernice. Breathless, but decisive

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Sammy. Outside , L. 2 E.]

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

Inez.

Contains 21 words in 7 sentences using 118 chars .

Dr. Burton.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

Inez. Coming forward

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

Dr. B. Deliberately

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars .

Inez. Aside

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Bernice. Groaning

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Inez. Rushing to Bernice

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 303 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 19 words in 6 sentences using 113 chars .

Amy.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars .

Inez.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars .

Amy.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 101 chars .

Inez.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 109 chars .

Bernice. Singing:

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

This stanza is repeated , Amy and Inez joining in. Then Bernice sings the next verse

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

Bernice and Amy join in third stanza

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 174 chars .

Bernice. Picking up the prescription

Contains 50 words in 6 sentences using 259 chars .

Girls. In chorus

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Bernice. ] Throwing the prescription on the floor and stamping on it

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Amy.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Amy.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

Inez.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

Amy.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Mrs. H. Sinking into chair

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 110 chars .

Dwight. Aside

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 210 chars .

Mrs. H. With decision

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 171 chars .

Dwight. With a sigh

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

Dwight. Going to mother, puts his arms around her

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

Mrs. H. Partially pleased

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Dwight. Impressively

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

Mrs. H. Bewildered

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

Mrs. H. Rising, paces floor restlessly . Dwight throws himself into the chair she has vacated, and watches her furtively

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 181 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Dwight , Rising, places both hands on his mother's shoulders

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 271 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 228 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 73 words in 4 sentences using 369 chars .

Mrs. H. Drawing a long sigh, throws her son's hands from her shoulders

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 289 chars .

Mrs. H. Thoughtfully

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 223 chars .

Mrs. H. After several seconds spent in deep thought

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 226 chars .

Sammy. Entering L. 2 E., holding a large piece of pie to his mouth with both hands. When he sees Mrs. H. he looks frightened, and immediately puts the pie in his pocket

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Sammy. Bobbing his head and wretchedly embarrassed

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Sammy. Digging his toes into the carpet

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 87 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 67 words in 8 sentences using 309 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

Bernice. In a tone of disgust

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 203 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

Bernice. Rising and standing before Mrs. H.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 172 chars .

Mrs. H. With exaggerated calmness

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 267 chars .

Bernice. Faintly

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Bernice. Holding herself very erect

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 205 chars .

Mrs. H. Frigidly

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 229 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Amy.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Inez.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 165 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars .

Amy.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 258 chars .

Inez.

Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 86 chars .

Bernice. A little troubled

Contains 41 words in 8 sentences using 173 chars .

Inez. Critically

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 37 words in 7 sentences using 195 chars .

ACT II.
[SCENE I. — Kitchen in the old Barnes farmhouse . Hannah Mary is busy getting supper, singing an old-fashioned hymn as she works . Abraham enters R., with a pail of milk in one hand, and a small basket of corn in the other Abraham.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

Hannah.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Ab.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Han. Suddenly stopping her song in the middle of a line

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 214 chars .

Ab.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

Bernice. Appearing at open door , L.]

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Han.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

Ab. Walking up to Bernice, shakes hands with old-fashioned pumping motion that surprises her

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Ab.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Han. Laughing

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 163 chars .

Ab.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

Han.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Ab.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Han.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

Ab.

Contains 52 words in 6 sentences using 220 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

Han.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Ab. Passing her a well-loaded plate

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

Bernice. Taking plate, which she regards dubiously

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Ab.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

Han.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 168 chars .

Ab.

Contains 182 words in 9 sentences using 884 chars .

Han.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Ab.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars .

Han.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Ab.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Han.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Ab.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Han.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Ab.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Han.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Ab.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

Han.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

Ab.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Han.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

Bernice. Aside

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Han. Proudly

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Ab. Proudly

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Han.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Ab.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

Han.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Ab.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Han. Passing a pie

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Ab.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars .

Han.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

Ab.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Han.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Bernice. Rising

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

Han. Rising

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Ab.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Han.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Ab.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Han.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Bernice. Nervously

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 208 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Han.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

Ab.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Dr. B. Going towards table

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Bernice. In a low voice, intended only for him

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Dr. B. Mischievously

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Han.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 160 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Han.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

Ab.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 218 chars .

Ab.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

Ab. Goes to wood-box, finds a stick to whittle, then opens his jack-knife deliberately and whittles while he talks

Contains 68 words in 2 sentences using 319 chars .

Dr. B. Thoughtfully

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Ab.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Ab.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Dr. B. With a long whistle

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars .

Ab.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Ab.

Contains 61 words in 7 sentences using 279 chars .

Hannah.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

[SCENE II. — Same as preceding scene, but two weeks later . Bernice is sitting beside a table, with book and slate before her Bernice.

Contains 85 words in 11 sentences using 402 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

Bernice. Looking up, dries eyes, quickly

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Bernice. Archly

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 216 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Bernice. Doubtfully

Contains 49 words in 9 sentences using 207 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

Bernice. Snatching hand away

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Dr. B. Hastily

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 212 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Dr. B. Intercepting her

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Bernice. Pretending to be in deep thought

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 175 chars .

Dr. B. Eagerly

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Bernice. Rising and taking a step away from him

Contains 86 words in 12 sentences using 414 chars .

Ab. Aside, with a bright smile

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars .

Ab. Coming nearer, and still speaking in an aside

Contains 90 words in 8 sentences using 401 chars .

Bernice. Stretching up her arms and yawning

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 102 chars .

Ab.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Ab.

Contains 63 words in 6 sentences using 272 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

Ab.

Contains 75 words in 5 sentences using 341 chars .

Bernice. Holding both hands over her ears and stepping farther away from him

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Ab.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 293 chars .

Ab.

Contains 92 words in 3 sentences using 399 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

Ab.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 154 chars .

Han.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Ab.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Han.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 184 chars .

Ab. Raising his head, draws his sister to a seat beside him, and awkwardly strokes her hair

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 227 chars .

Han. Sobbing

Contains 71 words in 4 sentences using 328 chars .

Ab.

Contains 72 words in 6 sentences using 323 chars .

Han. Wipes her eyes, and endeavors to act as if nothing unusual had taken place

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 131 chars .

Bernice enters the room , L., followed by an officer Bernice.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Sheriff.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

Bernice. Running to Dr. Burton.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Sher.

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 259 chars .

Ab. Who has been taking off his coat and rolling up his sleeves

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 159 chars .

Dr. B. With his arms around Bernice.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 237 chars .

Sher.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars .

Sher.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 165 chars .

Sher.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

ACT III. [SCENE. — Same as Act I . Dwight Bradley is restlessly pacing the floor, talking to himself Dwight.

Contains 110 words in 10 sentences using 582 chars .

Enter Mrs. Halstead, R.] Mrs. H.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

Dwight. Starting guiltily

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 246 chars .

Dwight. Catching his mother fiercely by the arm

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

Mrs. H. Falteringly

Contains 83 words in 9 sentences using 382 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 70 words in 7 sentences using 354 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Dwight. In a softer tone

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 64 words in 4 sentences using 321 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 257 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 34 words in 6 sentences using 147 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars .

Bernice. Fiercely

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

Dwight. Seating himself beside her and throwing his arm across back of the sofa . Bernice draws away

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 217 chars .

Bernice. Faintly

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 181 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Bernice. Looking him steadily in the face

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Dwight. Throwing his arms around her

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

Bernice. Frees herself and walks to the mantel , L., where she stands with her head resting against it

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

Dwight. Aside

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Bernice. Soliloquizing

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 196 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 173 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 179 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 261 chars .

Ab. Outside , L.]

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

Sammy. Outside L.]

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

Sammy. Appearing at door , L.]

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

Ab.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

Ab.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

Ab. Aside

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Ab.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ab.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Ab.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 63 words in 7 sentences using 301 chars .

Ab.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

Ab.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Ab.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Ab. Catching Sammy by the shoulder

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

Sammy. Cowering

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Ab.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Amy.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Ab. Clutching Sammy by the collar

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Amy. Putting one hand over Sammy's mouth

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Sammy. Jerking his thumb toward Abraham.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Ab.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

Amy.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 108 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Inez.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Ab.

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

Amy.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Ab. Looking at her in astonishment

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Amy. Impulsively ,[

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

Ab.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 218 chars .

Inez. Aside, to Amy.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Amy.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

Inez. To Ab.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Ab. Hesitating

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

Amy.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Ab.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Inez.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Ab.

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 111 chars .

Inez.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

Amy.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Amy.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

Ab.

Contains 117 words in 3 sentences using 527 chars .

Amy. Excitedly

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Inez.

Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 178 chars .

Ab.

Contains 67 words in 4 sentences using 331 chars .

Inez.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Amy.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Ab.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Amy.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Amy. Sarcastically

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Ab.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Inez.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Ab.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

Amy.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

Inez.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Ab.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Sammy. Forgetting himself

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Amy.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Amy.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Inez. Severely

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 92 chars .

Amy.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

Amy.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

Ab.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Inez. In astonishment

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Amy.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 48 chars .

Ab.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Inez. Stopping beside Amy.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Ab.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Amy and Inez. Impressively

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Ab.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Inez. Rushing to him, gives him a little shake

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Amy. Also shaking him

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Ab.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Inez. Coaxingly

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Amy. Patting his face

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Ab.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Amy.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Ab.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Inez.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Amy. Chucking him under the chin

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Ab.

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

Amy.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Inez.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Ab.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ab.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Amy.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Ab.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars .

Amy.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Inez.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Ab.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 170 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

Enter Mrs. Halstead and Dwight with their attorney , L.] Attorney.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars .

Ab. In a whisper

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Atty. Nodding

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 143 words in 7 sentences using 775 chars .

Atty.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Atty.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 167 chars .

Atty.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 106 words in 4 sentences using 566 chars .

Atty.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Atty.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Ab. Stepping from behind screen

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Ab.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars .

Dwight.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 93 chars .

Ab. Stepping before him

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Mrs. H. Screaming

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Atty.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Ab.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

Mrs. H. Coldly

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Bernice. Entering R., closely followed by Dr. Burton and Sammy, the latter eating a piece of pie

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Ab.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Ab.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Han. Excitedly

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Ab.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

Sheriff.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Ab. Pointing to Mrs. H.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Dr. B. Firmly

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Han.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Ab.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 170 chars .

Han.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Sammy. Dancing around

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Dr. B.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Dwight. Proudly

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Sheriff. Laying his hand on Dwight's shoulder

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Mrs. H.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

Bernice.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Dr. B. Putting his arm around her

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Sammy. Opening mouth and eyes in astonishment, and speaking to the audience

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Han. Who has been unwrapping her parcel, now brings forward some useful kitchen utensils, which she hands to Bernice.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Inez.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Bernice. Taking them

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Han.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 202 chars .

Bernice. Giving a hand to each

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Inez. Who had taken the gifts from Bernice to examine them

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Amy. Springing to her feet

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Inez.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Bernice. Entering into the excitement

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Amy.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Sammy.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

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