Christopher Junior

EMPIRE THEATRE, NEW YORK.

Sept. 14, 1895.

FOURTH ANNUAL SEASON, MR. JOHN DREW,

Under the management of CHARLES FROHMAN

Presenting a Comedy in Four Acts, entitled

CHRISTOPHER, JR.

By MADELINE LUCETTE RYLEY.

CHARACTERS . Christopher Colt, Jr. JOHN DREW Christopher Colt, Sr. HARRY HARWOOD. Tom Bellaby LEWIS BAKER. Major Hedway LESLIE ALLEN. Mr. Simpson ARTHUR BYRON. Mr. Glibb HERBERT AYELING. Job JOSEPH HUMPHREYS. Whimper FRANK LAMB. Mrs. Glibb ELSIE DE WOLFE. Mrs. Colt ANNIE ADAMS. Nelly ANNA BELMONT. Dora MAUDE ADAMS.

SYNOPSIS ACT I. — Christopher, Jr.'s apartments in Grosvenor Gardens, London. ACT II. — Christopher, Sr.'s reception-room of his house in Devonshire. ACT III. — The Major's quarters in Bombay. (Six weeks are supposed to elapse) Intermission — One minute. ACT IV. — The same as Act III.

TIME — The Present.

CHRISTOPHER JUNIOR.

Performed at Terry's Theatre, London, 14th Feb. , 1896.

CHARACTERS . Christopher (Colt) Jedbury, Sr. ( an East Indian Merchant )MR. JOHN BEAUCHAMP. Mrs. (Colt) Jedbury ( his Wife )MISS EMILY CROSS. Christopher (Colt) Jedbury, Jr. ( their Son )MR. FREDERICK KERR. Nelly ( their Daughter )MISS EVA MOORE. Whimper ( their Man-servant )MR. GILBERT FARQUHAR. Job ( valet to Jedbury Junior )MR. L. POWER. Major Hedway ( a retired soldier )MR. J. L. MACKAY. Dora ( his Niece )MISS MAUDE MILLETT. Mr. Glibb ( President of the Association for Suppression of Juvenile Gambling )MR. J. E. BELLAMY. Mrs. Glibb ( his better half )MISS ELSIE CHESTER. Tom Bellaby ( a young Lawyer )MR. ARTHUR PLAYFAIR. Mr. Simpson ( Manager of the Bombay House )MR. EDWARD BEECHER.

ACT I. — Jedbury Junior's apartments in Grosvenor Terrace, London. ACT II. — Jedbury Senior's reception room in his house in Devonshire. ACT III. — The Major's quarters in Bombay. ACT IV. — The same.

TIME. — The Present.

ACT I.

SCENE. — JEDBURY JUNIOR'S apartments. A very shabby attic room — bedroom communicating R., and door to stairs L. Window with ragged curtains C. back. A balcony outside, leading to fire escape. A shabby sofa R. ; ricketty table L. ; a few chairs; sideboard L. back ; cups, saucers, and teapot on sideboard, also sugar bowl, poker chips, and playing cards ; a wooden shelf with brackets, nails, hammer, etc., on floor near door R. ; broken plaster in ceiling over table L.

( At rise of curtain JOB enters door L. He carries large pile of books, then drops them on floor near where shelf is lying. He then returns to door L. and brings in a large assortment of boots and shoes. These he carries across room till he stands before open door R., when he throws boots in, one by one. He returns again to door L. and fetches bundle of photographs and several pipes, which he carries to mantel over fireplace R. He arranges photos and pipes on mantel. Knock at door L.)

JOB. ( without turning )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Enter BELLABY. BELL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

JOB. ( turning )

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BELL. ( looking round )

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JOB.

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BELL.

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JOB.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JOB.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BELL.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

JOB. ( still arranging photos )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

BELL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JOB.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOB exits L. BELL.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 154 chars .

Enter NELLY JEDBURY L. NELLY. (L.) ( not seeing who it is )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BELL. ( turns round )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

NELLY. ( extending her hand )

Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 152 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

NELLY. ( going up L.)

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

BELL. ( aside )

Contains 57 words in 6 sentences using 253 chars .

NELLY. ( coming down )

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 221 chars .

BELL. ( aside ) ( down R.)

Contains 58 words in 6 sentences using 299 chars .

NELLY. ( looks round )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BELL. ( aside , L.)

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 243 chars .

NELLY. ( relieved )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

Exit BELLABY. NELLY.

Contains 96 words in 12 sentences using 497 chars .

Enter JOB door L. ; he carries a quantity of JED'S wearing apparel . JOB. ( crosses behind table )

Contains 52 words in 7 sentences using 255 chars .

JEDBURY'S voice gets nearer and he presently enters , L., carrying a large sponge bath, in which are syphons of soda and a demijohn; he also carries a bundle under his arm . JED. J. (L.C.)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JOB.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JOB. ( taking hold of bath )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

JED. J. ( going to window )

Contains 113 words in 13 sentences using 576 chars .

JOB. ( coming down to sofa , R.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JED. J.

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JOB.

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JED. J.

Contains 35 words in 7 sentences using 171 chars .

JOB.

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JED. J.

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JOB. ( picking up board )

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JED. J.

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JOB.

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JED. J.

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JOB.

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JED. J. ( takes bundle from table; unrolls and displays a torn and dilapidated coat )

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JOB.

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JED. J.

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 180 chars .

JOB.

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JED. J.

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JOB.

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JED. J. ( hustling him off L.)

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JOB exits L. and JED. J. closes the door after him . JED. J. ( takes off ragged jacket and throws it on sofa )

Contains 189 words in 24 sentences using 941 chars .

Enter NELLY from R.; she carries a torn patchwork counterpane . NELLY.

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JED. J. ( outside )

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NELLY.

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JED. J.

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NELLY.

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JED. J.

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NELLY. ( astonished )

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JED. J. ( following her glance )

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NELLY.

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JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

NELLY. ( coming R.C.)

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JED. J.

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NELLY.

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JED. J.

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NELLY.

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JED. J. (L.C.)

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NELLY.

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JED. J. ( quickly following )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

NELLY.

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JED. J. ( he opens lid of teapot ) ( aside )

Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 129 chars .

NELLY. ( examining photos )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JED. J. ( absently )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JED. J. ( coming down with teapot )

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NELLY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

NELLY. ( going up R. and glancing at books )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JED. J. ( rushing up; uneasily )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

NELLY. (L. of table ; putting her hand on teapot )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY.

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JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

NELLY. ( seeing him eat )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

JED. J. ( carelessly )

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 306 chars .

NELLY ( crosses to R.C.)

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY. ( rapturously )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

NELLY.

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JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

NELLY.

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JED. J. ( uninterested )

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NELLY.

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JED. J. ( interested )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

JED. J. ( with mock seriousness )

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 213 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

JED. J.

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MRS. GLIBB. ( off )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J.

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NELLY. ( going to door L. and listening )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MRS. G. ( outside )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. G. ( puts her head in door L.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JED. J. ( aloud )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Enter MRS. GLIBB, followed by MR. GLIBB. JED. J. ( crosses with pretended astonishment )

Contains 40 words in 12 sentences using 198 chars .

MRS. G. (R.C.) ( crossing there )

Contains 49 words in 5 sentences using 283 chars .

GLIBB'S countenance must be absolutely devoid of expression now and through the entire play . NELLY. (C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars .

JED. J. (L.C.) ( aside )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 128 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 124 words in 15 sentences using 651 chars .

JED. J.

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MRS. G. ( tapping him on shoulder )

Contains 56 words in 6 sentences using 316 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. G. ( crossing L.C.)

Contains 37 words in 7 sentences using 207 chars .

GLIBB rises; MRS. GLIBB takes NELLY'S arm and exits L. ; GLIBB follows to door and then pauses, opens his mouth as if to speak to JEDBURY JUNIOR, when MRS. GLIBB'S voice is heard again outside . MRS. G. ( outside )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 87 words in 10 sentences using 441 chars .

After slight pause a knock on door L., followed by the entrance of CHRISTOPHER JEDBURY SENIOR, MRS. JEDBURY and WHIMPER; the latter carries MR. JEDBURY'S stick in one hand and MRS. JEDBURY'S parasol in the other; JEDBURY looks round the room, then walks across to R.C. ; WHIMPER takes up his position in the middle, and MRS. JEDBURY sits L. MRS. J. ( hysterically )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JED. S. (R.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIM. ( respectfully but without the slightest inflection of voice )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

WHIM. ( without moving )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

WHIM.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

JED. S. ( walking to L. and back again )

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 187 chars .

MRS. J. ( sitting R. of table )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

JED. S. (R.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 174 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JED. J. ( falling on her shoulder )

Contains 4 words in 4 sentences using 28 chars .

MRS. J. ( hysterically , L.C.)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. J. ( melodramatically )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

JED. S. (R.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

WHIM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

JED. J. ( adjusting court plaster to his chin )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. J. ( with dignity )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

JED J. (C.)

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars .

JED. S. (R.)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

JED. S. ( pointing at those hanging on wall )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

JED J. ( turning )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

JED S.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

JED S.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Exit L., followed by WHIMPER at respectful distance, who leaves JEDBURY'S stick against chair by L.D. JED. S.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JED. S. ( sits L. by table )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J. ( sitting R.C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 158 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 171 chars .

JED. J. ( rising with impulsive anger )

Contains 72 words in 8 sentences using 398 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JED. J. ( quietly )

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 186 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 192 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Enter JOB L.; he begins to remove things from table . JED. J. ( seriously )

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

JOB begins clearing table, putting things on sideboard at back . JED. S. ( rises and goes L.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

JOB. ( comes L.C.)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JOB.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 155 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

JED. S. ( sits R. of table )

Contains 74 words in 7 sentences using 377 chars .

JED. J. ( sarcastically )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JED. S. ( ignoring his tone )

Contains 123 words in 8 sentences using 646 chars .

JED. J. ( accompanying him to door L.)

Contains 57 words in 8 sentences using 278 chars .

Enter BELLABY L. BELL. (L.C.)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.) ( seizing his hand abruptly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BELL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

BELL.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

JED. J. ( sits , R.C.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

BELL.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 130 words in 7 sentences using 639 chars .

BELL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 263 chars .

BELL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 64 words in 2 sentences using 324 chars .

BELL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 176 chars .

BELL.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

JED. J. ( pushing him back )

Contains 72 words in 5 sentences using 418 chars .

BELL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BELL.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 131 chars .

BELL. ( nudging him )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JED. J. ( nudging back )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BELL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

BELL.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 291 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JED. J.

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BELL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

BELL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

JED. J. ( returning nudge )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 234 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 68 words in 6 sentences using 347 chars .

BELL.

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JED. J. (C.)

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

BELL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BELL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JED. J. ( herriug business )

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars .

Enter JOB R.; he carries a pair of muddy boots and boot brushes . JOB. ( disconsolately )

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 224 chars .

Knock at door L., followed by entrance of DORA; she is dressed in light grey, and carries a purse in her hand . DORA. ( up L.C. front table )

Contains 181 words in 18 sentences using 930 chars .

Enter JEDBURY JUNIOR, L. JED. J.

Contains 76 words in 8 sentences using 382 chars .

DORA ( a little C.)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

JED. J. ( looking confusedly at his shabby coat )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

JED. J. ( more confused )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

DORA.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

DORA. ( smiling )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

MEDIUM CURTAIN.

ACT II.

SCENE. — A corner of the hall in JEDBURY SENIOR'S house in Devonshire; door at back R., and French window ( practicable ) L.C. ; staircase to archway up R. ; entrance L.I.E.

As curtain rises enter FOOTMAN L.I.E.; he arranges table and two chairs L.; MAJOR HEDWAY enters R.U.E., followed by WHIMPER; the MAJOR is about sixty-five years old, but brisk and hearty in his manner ; his dress is extremely juvenile, and somewhat dandified ; he might have the least suspicion of an Irish accent .

MAJOR.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

WHIMP. (R.C.)

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

MAJOR. (R.C.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

WHIMP. ( coming down and arranging his coat )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MAJOR. (R.)

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

WHIMP. ( respectfully withdrawing )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

WHIMP. ( on a level with MAJOR — after pause )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAJOR. ( up to him confidentially )

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 188 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Enter CHRISTOPHER JEDBURY SENIOR, C. from R. JED. S.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

MAJOR. ( nodding )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 223 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 200 chars .

Enter MRS. JEDBURY and MRS. GLIBB, R.U.E.; they are chatting ; MR. GLIBB follows . MRS. J. ( shaking hands )

Contains 12 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

Positions : — MRS. JEDBURY, R.C.; MRS. GLIBB, C. MR. GLIBB, L.C.

GLIBB comes forward as if to shake hands, but MRS. GLIBB steps in front of him, and he goes to his seat, extreme L.

MRS. G.

Contains 41 words in 9 sentences using 225 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

Enter WHIMPER with coffee . MRS. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

JED. S. ( on chair L. of stairs — tasting coffee and turning to GLIBB)

Contains 73 words in 6 sentences using 406 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

MRS. J

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 159 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 174 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MRS. G.

Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 140 chars .

MRS. J. ( going up )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

MAJOR. ( aside, looking at GLIBB)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MRS. G. (C.)

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

Enter WHIMPER C., goes to JED. S., takes cup, crosses to table R., takes it off C.; MAJOR and MRS. G. exit up stage . JED. S. ( rises — to GLIBB)

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 130 chars .

WHIMPER.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

Enter JED. J. through archway C.R.; he is vainly struggling to fix his white tie ; one end is much longer than the other, and the bow sticks under his chin . JED. J. ( excitedly )

Contains 84 words in 9 sentences using 397 chars .

Enter DORA, R.U.E. DORA. (L.C., gently )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

JED. J. (R.C., aside )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DORA. (L.C., aside )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DORA.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORA. ( impatiently jerking his head round )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 151 chars .

DORA.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 217 chars .

JED. J. ( looking after her )

Contains 75 words in 16 sentences using 393 chars .

NELLY. (R.C.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

NELLY. ( pouting )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 189 chars .

NELLY. ( shaking her head )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 187 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 36 words in 6 sentences using 169 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

WHIMP. ( looking off )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 5 sentences using 38 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 167 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JED. S. ( taking letter )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Contains 223 words in 19 sentences using 1167 chars .

Enter JED. J. at archway R., looking back . JED. J.

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 91 chars .

JED. S. ( hiding letter )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

JED. J. (C.) ( goes up to him a little carelessly )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

JED. S. ( watching him narrowly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

JED. S. ( sneeringly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

JED S.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JED. J. ( earnestly )

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 144 chars .

JED. S. ( sarcastically )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JED. S. ( deliberately )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JED. J. ( crosses down R. — aside )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

JED. S. ( following him C.)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

JED. J. ( becoming serious )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

JED. S. ( contemptuously )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

JED. S. ( bitterly )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

JED. J. ( reading envelope )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JED. J. ( embarrassed )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Music ready . JED. S.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

JED. J. ( crosses to him — with great earnestness )

Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 309 chars .

JED. S. ( passionately )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Music heard off ; NELLY comes R. to top of stairs . NELLY. ( calling )

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars .

Music continues softly . JED. J. ( quietly, crosses up R.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JED. J. ( halting )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 93 words in 8 sentences using 473 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JED. S. ( surprised )

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 194 chars .

JED. J. ( abruptly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

JED. J. ( after a pause )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JED S.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 200 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

JED. S. ( coming down a little )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JED. S. ( relenting )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

JED. J. ( declining his hand )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

Lancers finish . JED. J.

Contains 168 words in 14 sentences using 793 chars .

Enter DORA at archway R., fanning herself . DORA.

Contains 83 words in 12 sentences using 432 chars .

JED. J. ( looking up; aside )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DORA. ( pointing to torn paper )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J. ( staring at her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JED. J. ( with animation )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

DORA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

DORA. ( laughing )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JED. J. ( astonished )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

DORA. ( nodding )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JED. J. ( confused )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

DORA.

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 103 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DORA. ( bus. with programme )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars .

JED. J. ( stands by couch R.)

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DORA.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

JED. J. ( surprised )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

DORA. ( rises and crosses L.C.)

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars .

JED. J. ( rises, goes to her C.)

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

DORA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Enter JED. S. and MAJOR, R.U.E. MAJOR.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

JED. S. ( down L.)

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

Music Ready . MAJOR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

DORA. ( crosses L. in front of MAJOR to JED. S.)

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Enter NELLY on stairs ; she comes down L.; JED. comes down NELLY. ( speaks from top of stairs, aside to DORA)

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

DORA. (R.C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NELLY. ( surprised )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

NELLY. ( aside )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

MAJOR. ( confidentially )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

Enter NELLY quickly R.U.E. NELLY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NELLY. (R.C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NELLY. ( bursting into tears )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

DORA. ( crossing to R)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

DORA.

Contains 63 words in 7 sentences using 295 chars .

Enter JED. J. through archway R., carrying overcoat, has and valise; he has changed his clothes; enter BELLABY R.C. ; JED. J. throws coat, etc., on chair . BELL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BELL.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BELL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BELL.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BELL.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BELL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 267 chars .

BELL. (L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J. (L.C.; biting his lip )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BELL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BELL. ( astonished )

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 143 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BELL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

JED. J. ( suddenly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BELL.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 45 words in 6 sentences using 225 chars .

Enter WHIMPER R.U.E. WHIMP.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars .

JED. J. ( down L. bitterly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

WHIMPER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JED J.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

WHIMP.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 237 chars .

Quadrille stops .

NELLY enters softly downstairs .

NELLY. ( coming down, carries envelope )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

JED. J. (R.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

JED. J. ( gently )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars .

JED. J. ( shaking his head )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JED J.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

NELLY. ( hysterically )

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 56 chars .

Waltz till end of Act . BELL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

BELL. ( approaching her )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

She leans on his arm as he leads her off R. ; she turns and runs down to CHRIS, who meets her half way ; they kiss and she and BELLABY exit R. JED. J.

Contains 41 words in 9 sentences using 198 chars .

Enter DORA from door L. DORA.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

JED. J. ( rising )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

DORA.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

Music louder . JED. J. ( puts his arm round her waist and dances two or three turns ; music softer )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DORA. ( stopping )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

DORA. ( puts out her hand again )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. J. ( impulsively kissing her extended hand )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

DORA. ( goes to window and looks after him )

Contains 35 words in 7 sentences using 176 chars .

Music continues forte . CURTAIN.

ACT III. TIME: — Six Months Later. SCENE: — Bombay. Interior of bungalow or private quarters of Major Hedway. The scene is not minutely described as it is capable of much original treatment. There should be rattan or wicker furniture, a piano, and a large screen. Writing desk near R.C. DORA discovered at writing table L. DORA. ( finishing her letter )

Contains 229 words in 29 sentences using 1229 chars .

Enter MR. SIMPSON quietly from back L. He has a very sleek and deacon-like make-up. He approaches DORA unperceived, after putting his hat and cane on chair near door. When down stage she sees him and starts . SIMP. (C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DORA. ( rising )

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars .

SIMP. ( getting in her path )

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars .

DORA. (R.C., nervously )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SIMP. (L.C.)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 38 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

DORA.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

DORA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DORA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

DORA.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

SIMP. ( stopping her )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 251 words in 19 sentences using 1285 chars .

DORA.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Enter JED. J. at back L. ; he walks down unobserved . SIMP.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

SIMP. ( approaching her )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J. ( coming between them — C., angrily )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

SIMP. (R., angrily )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

JED. J. ( looking at DORA)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 203 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

SIMPSON turns away and JED. J. puts hat and cane down at back C.R. — SIMPSON goes a little R. DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DORA. (L. of table )

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 159 chars .

JED. J. (C., fanning himself with hat )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JED J.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DORA.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DORA. ( spreads the coat out on her knee )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DORA.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

JED. J. ( giving needle )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

DORA takes thread, breaks a very small piece off, and throws the remainder away ; JED. J. picks it up and winds it round his finger in an absent manner DORA. ( stitching )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JED. J. ( idling with contents of work-basket )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

DORA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. J. ( behind the table )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

DORA. ( stitching quickly )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

DORA. ( giving him coat and rising hurriedly, and crosses R.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

DORA. ( standing near screen )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

JED. J. ( fan business )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DORA. ( impatiently )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JED. J. ( hurriedly )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

DORA. ( laughing )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JED. J. ( emphatically )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DORA.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

DORA.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DORA. ( crosses to table L.; offering letter )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

DORA. ( with dignity )

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DORA. ( moving R.; aside )

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DORA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

JED J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DORA. (R.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J. (C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORA. ( rising )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

DORA.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

JED. J. ( pretending to shudder )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

DORA. ( shakes her finger )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

DORA.

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 121 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DORA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 188 chars .

DORA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MAJOR. ( outside )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

DORA. ( rises )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.)

Contains 49 words in 5 sentences using 224 chars .

Enter JOB from back L. JED. J. (JOB coming down with letters and papers )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

JOB. (L.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JED. J. ( disappointedly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOB.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JED. J. ( turns quickly )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

JOB.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 151 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOB.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. J. ( spreading out bill; reads )

Contains 16 words in 7 sentences using 98 chars .

MRS. G. ( outside )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

JOB. ( in a loud whisper )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JED. J. goes to verandah as MRS. GLIBB and MAJOR appear . JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

JOB.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

JOB poses in pedestrian fashion, and then makes a rush for the door at which MR. GLIBB is looking in. He strikes with force against him, which causes GLIBB to wheel round . JED. J. bolts out after JOB, and GLIBB, who is thoroughly bewildered, stands staring after them, as MAJOR and MRS. GLIBB enter from verandah . GLIBB then drops down behind chair L. MRS G.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

MAJOR. ( aside )

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

MAJOR. ( aside )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 40 words in 7 sentences using 253 chars .

DORA. (R.C)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS G. (L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORA.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DORA.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

Enter JOB. MRS G. ( seeing him )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 41 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

JED J. enters at back unperceived, except by JOB, who rushes to him . JOB.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MAJOR, ( after glancing behind him and rising, offering his arm to MRS. GLIBB)

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 163 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 59 chars .

JOB re-enters back . JED. J. ( looking in at door L.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOB.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

JOB.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JED. J. (L.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOB.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JED. J..

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

JOB exit C.L. with second chair . JED. J.

Contains 96 words in 11 sentences using 494 chars .

Enter DORA C. DORA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

DORA. (L.C.)

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

JED. J. ( suddenly dropping chain )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

DORA.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

JED. J. ( catching hold of cross, she has the chain )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

DORA. ( smiling )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

DORA.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

DORA.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

JED. J. ( anxiously )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JED. J. ( relieved )

Contains 33 words in 7 sentences using 174 chars .

DORA. ( shrinking away )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Enter SIMPSON L.C. DORA. ( turning ).

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 13 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars .

SIMP. ( crossing to L., referring to the position in which he found JED. J.)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JED. J. ( carelessly )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

SIMP. ( smiling )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

SIMP. ( taking cigar from case )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

SIMP. ( offering case )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

SIMP. ( sitting R. of table )

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

JED J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

JED. J. ( coldly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

SIMP. ( rising and walking uneasily )

Contains 57 words in 3 sentences using 311 chars .

JED. J. ( quietly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

SIMP. ( with slight anger )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SIMP. ( with increased anger )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

SIMP. ( controlling himself )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 312 chars .

SIMP. ( impatiently )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

SIMP. ( assuming ease )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 72 words in 7 sentences using 383 chars .

SIMP. ( rising )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

SIMP. ( sits impatiently )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 66 words in 9 sentences using 342 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JED J.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

SIMP. ( angrily ; rises )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 104 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 67 words in 9 sentences using 408 chars .

SIMP.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

SIMP

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars .

SIMP. ( aside )

Contains 55 words in 7 sentences using 285 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

SIMP. ( sits L.C.)

Contains 76 words in 5 sentences using 421 chars .

JED. J. ( quietly )

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 200 chars .

SIMP. ( rising ; changing tone )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

SIMP. ( angrily )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

JED. J. ( aside; perplexed )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

SIMP. ( loudly )

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars .

JED. J. ( aside quickly )

Contains 105 words in 11 sentences using 526 chars .

SIMP. ( enraged )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT IV. SIX WEEKS LATER. SCENE. — Same as Act III., with slightly different arrangement of furniture ; screen near piano ; small table L.C. DORA. ( at desk )

Contains 98 words in 18 sentences using 481 chars .

Enter JED. J. C.; he goes to chair back of screen . JED. J.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

DORA. ( to herself )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

JED. J. ( hearing his name )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

DORA.

Contains 48 words in 6 sentences using 234 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

DORA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars .

When she commences JED. J. peeps over screen and listens ; at the last "good-bye" she stops with a crash, and falls crying on the piano ; JED. J. comes from behind the screen . JED. J. ( pulling her hands from before her face )

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

DORA. ( jumping up )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

DORA. ( catching sight of the bandage )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

DORA. ( aside )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

DORA.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 98 chars .

JED. J. ( pushing up the bandage so that it rests turban fashion on his head )

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 75 chars .

He peeps off, then rushes behind screen as MR. and MRS. JEDBURY and NELLY enter C. They are followed by WHIMPER. NELLY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

JED. J. ( behind screen )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

MRS. J. (R.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIMP. (C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars .

JED. S. (L.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WHIMP. ( without moving )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

WHIMP. ( turning his head to MRS. J. and giving the least cough )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

JED. J. lifts the screen and carries it in front of him, backing till he reaches door R.; he then drops screen noiselessly and exits door R.; he should not make any noise with screen . JED. S. ( who has seen the screen move )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NELLY. ( coming down slightly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. J. ( pointing to JED. S.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

WHIMPER steps forward . JED. S. ( irritably )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NELLY. (R.C., soothing her father )

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

NELLY goes up and looks off L.C. again . MRS. J.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

Enter DORA hurriedly with smelling salts . DORA.

Contains 14 words in 5 sentences using 78 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

NELLY coming down on tiptoe from R.C., and clasping her hands over DORA'S eyes . DORA. (C.)

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

MRS J.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

JED. S. ( down L.)

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

WHIMP ( without moving )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Enter JOB L. JOB. ( up C.; to MR. and MRS J.)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

JED. S. ( pausing at exit; looking at JOB)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOB. ( embarrassed )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 77 words in 7 sentences using 374 chars .

DORA.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 214 chars .

DORA. ( goes to door R.C.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DORA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

DORA. ( aside )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

Enter BELLABY. NELLY brings him down L. NELLY.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

DORA ( astonished )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BELL. ( not noticing her agitation )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

DORA. ( aside )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BELL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

DORA. ( aside, ignoring his hand )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

BELL. ( aside, disconcerted )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NELLY. ( to DORA)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DORA.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

NELLY. ( in amazement )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

DORA.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

NELLY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BELL. ( crosses R., aside )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

DORA rises and crosses up C. with NELLY. NELLY.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

DORA.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

BELL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

DORA. ( coming down R.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BELL. (L.C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DORA.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

BELL. ( rather astonished )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

BELL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DORA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

BELL.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

DORA. ( severely )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

BELL. ( taking it as a joke )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BELL.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

BELL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DORA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BELL. ( taking card from case )

Contains 17 words in 7 sentences using 90 chars .

DORA. ( taking card and looking at it ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

BELL. ( aside )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

DORA.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars .

BELL. ( amazed )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BELL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BELL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

BELL. (L.C.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

DORA. (C.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BELL.

Contains 33 words in 8 sentences using 183 chars .

DORA. ( astonished )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 46 chars .

BELL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BELL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BELL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DORA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

BELL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DORA.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

BELL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

DORA. ( taking paper from desk R.C.)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

BELL. ( crossing to R.C.; taking paper and looking at it ; aside )

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

DORA. (L.C. taking document again )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BELL. ( seriously )

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 130 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

Enter GLIBB C. as though looking for something. He takes no notice of the others, but looks over things on table, etc. After GLIBB walks down slowly DORA rises and goes L.C. She continues, aside to BELLABY. DORA.

Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 177 chars .

BELL. (R.C.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

DORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BELL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DORA goes to MR. GLIBB, takes him by the hand and pulls him down C. He is frightened . DORA.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

GLIBB gazes at her in amazement and tries to get free, and walks rapidly and then runs, she after him, round the room at back, then to L.; then exit GLIBB rapidly L. frightened to death ; DORA leans against door . BELL. ( who has been laughing R.C.)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

DORA. ( coming C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BELL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

DORA. (L.C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BELL.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

DORA. ( overcome )

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

BELL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DORA. ( as if a sudden fear had seized her, crosses C. quickly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

DORA. ( aside )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

BELL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

DORA. ( embarrassed )

Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 198 chars .

Enter JED. J. from verandah . JED. J. ( coming down C. indifferently )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BELL. (L.C.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.)

Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 191 chars .

BELL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

BELL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BELL.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 148 chars .

JED. J

Contains 38 words in 7 sentences using 194 chars .

DORA enters L. DORA.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 143 chars .

DORA. ( coldly )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

DORA. ( perplexed )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

DORA. ( tenderly )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

DORA. ( sitting R. by piano )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

JED. J. ( putting his chair nearer )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DORA. ( withdrawing hers a little )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

DORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DORA. ( pretending to misunderstaud )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 60 words in 3 sentences using 296 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DORA. ( with pretended horror )

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

JED. J. ( with eagerness )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DORA. ( puzzled )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DORA. ( astonished )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JED J.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

DORA. (L.C., tenderly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JED. J. (R.C., releasing her )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DORA.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

JED. J. ( confused )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

DORA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

DORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

JED J.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

DORA. ( with mock severity )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

DORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JED. J. ( jumping at the solution )

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 148 chars .

DORA. ( aside )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 112 chars .

JED. J. ( humbly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DORA. ( with dignity )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

DORA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

JED. J. ( same bus. )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DORA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

DORA.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

JED J.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

DORA ( alarmed )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JED J. ( imitating her manner )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DORA. ( aside, laughing )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

JED. J. ( recovering )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DORA.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DORA.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

Enter BELLABY by verandah , C.L. BELL. ( coming down C.; aside )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

JED. J. (R.C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BELL. (L.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

BELL. ( puzzled )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

JED. J. ( aside )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

BELL.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JED. J. ( removing the hand with exaggerated dignity )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BELL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 219 chars .

BELL.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

BELL.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

JED. J. ( down )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

BELL. ( pretending to get angry )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

JED J.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

BELL.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

BELL.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BELL.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

BELL.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BELL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BELL. ( trying to conceal his laughter )

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 175 chars .

JED. J. ( following him up )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JED. S. and MAJOR enter door L. JED. S. (L.C.)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JED S. ( seeing CHRIS.)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Enter MRS. J. JED. J. ( coming down; extending hand )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Enter BELLABY, NELLY, and MRS. GLIBB; they are followed by MR. GLIBB; they are all listening to BELLABY, who is telling them about his discovery ; BELLABY and NELLY go R. ; MRS. GLIBB and MRS. J. remain together L.C. GLIBB. ( slowly and deliberated )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

MRS G.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JED. J. ( astonished )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BELL. ( approaching him R.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Enter DORA C. BELL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

DORA. (C)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JED. J. (L.C., rapturously )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

JED. J. ( remembering )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

JED. S.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MAJOR. ( coming down )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

JED. J.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MAJOR.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

JED. J. ( aside to DORA)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DORA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

JED. S. ( to MAJOR up stage )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MAJOR beckons to JED. S. and to MRS. J. and MRS. G. They nod and go off L.C. NELLY sees the MAJOR'S manoeuvres and pulls BELL'S sleeve. He looks at DORA and JED. J. and then goes off with NELLY the same as the others have done . GLIBB is now standing alone up L. gazing at nothing. The MAJOR motions him; he pays no attention, then the MAJOR leads him to exit . GLIBB is about to drop behind when the MAJOR seizes his arm, thrusts him off, and follows himself. This is all done quietly but quickly, while DORA and JED. J. are talking inaudibly . JED. J. ( who hasn't seen the manoeuvres, looks at the floor )

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 141 chars .

DORA. ( nervously )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JED. J. ( nervously )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

DORA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

CURTAIN.