May Blossom Belasco, David Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag David Belasco, 1853 – 1931 May Blossom: A Comedy in Four Acts by David Belasco New York London Samuel French 69 p. GIRLS. MAY. VOICE. MAY AND STEVE. CHORUS. UNCA BARTLETT. OMNES. BARTLETT. STEVE. MAY AND DEBORAH. HIRAM. MEN. OMNE. YANK. EPH. TOM AND DEBORAH. OWEN. CAPTAIN HAMMOND. LITTLE MAY. MILLY. TOM. DEBORAH. RICHARD. Comedy Prose data extraction from source 1911 First performed: April 12, 1885
FIRST PRODUCED AT THE MADISON SQUARE THEATRE, APRIL 12TH, 1885. Original Cast MAY BLOSSOM Georgia Cayvan. TOM BLOSSOM Benj. Maginley. STEVE HARLAND Jos. Wheelock. RICHARD ASHCROFT Walden Ramsay. "UNCLE" BARTLETT W. J. Le Moyne. OWEN HATHAWAY Thos. Whiffen. CAPTAIN DRUMMOND Henry Talbot. YANK Master Tommy Russell. LULU Little Belle. DEBORAH Mrs. Thos. Whiffen. HANK BLUSTER King Hedley. HIRAM SLOANE Jos. Frankau. EPH I. N. Long. MILLIE Etta Hawkins, LITTLE MAY Carrie Elbert

The 100th performance took place July 21st, and the 150th performance Sept. 9th, 1885.
ACT I. SCENE. — Coast of Chesapeake Bay, Hampton Roads. Va. Water and rocks at back . TOM BLOSSOM'S house with porch and steps , L. 2 E. Two fishermen discovered looking off to sea. Chorus of fishermen without , TOM enters on porch . HIRAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

TOM. ( on porch , L. 2 E.)

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

OWEN. ( without )

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 52 chars .

HIRAM. ( half rises )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

OWEN. ( down C., wiping the perspiration from his face. Catching his breath )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

TOM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

HIRAM. ( rising and putting lighted pipe in his pocket — bus. of burning him, etc. )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

OWEN. (same voice )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars .

TOM. ( hand on chin )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

OWEN. ( Keeping them back with L. hand )

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 85 chars .

OWEN. ( offering paper )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

TOM. ( looks at him for a second, feels in pockets, then scratches his head )

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 161 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

OWEN. ( same bus. as TOM.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

TOM.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 78 chars .

OMNES. ( shaking their heads )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

TOM.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 176 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

TOM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

DEBORAH. ( in house )

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 10 chars .

TOM.

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 102 chars .

DEBORAH. ( appears on porch , L. 2 E.)

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 51 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 68 words in 10 sentences using 332 chars .

HIRAM. (R. C., laughingly )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

TOM. (L., coming forward )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

OWEN. (R., impatiently )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

TOM. ( glancing off R.)

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars .

HIRAM. (C.)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

RICHARD. ( to HIRAM)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars .

TOM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

RICHARD. (L. C., hesitating )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

TOM.

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 169 chars .

RICHARD. ( up L., aside )

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

TOM.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

TOM. ( laughingly )

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

TOM.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

DEBORAH. ( inside )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

RICHARD. ( aside )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

DEBORAH. ( inside )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

TOM.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

( Enter UNCA BARTLETT, L. 3 E. The preacher of Hampton village. He is about fifty years of age .) HIRAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( down to C.)

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

HIRAM. ( quite innocently )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 73 words in 4 sentences using 304 chars .

HIRAM. ( coming down — without any effort )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. (C. — awkward pause )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 173 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

HIRAM. ( after song )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

OWEN. ( calls outside , R. 2 E.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HIRAM. ( picking up net and crossing to R. 2 E.)

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 105 words in 10 sentences using 503 chars .

( Chorus of fishermen outside , R. 2 E. CAPTAIN HAMMOND enters in civilian's dress , L. U. E. — crosses to R. 2 E.) CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 81 words in 8 sentences using 431 chars .

( Music, pp. )

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 40 chars .

EPH.

Contains 49 words in 8 sentences using 217 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

EPH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

EPH

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND. ( crosses to EPH.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

EPH.

Contains 36 words in 7 sentences using 160 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 222 chars .

DEBORAH. ( crosses to R.)

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. (L. 1E. — aside )

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 242 chars .

DEBORAH. (R. 1)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. (U. C., aside )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sits on bench , L 1 E.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( sits R. of her on same bench )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sighs )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DEBORAH. ( looks shocked )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DEBORAH. ( satisfied — moves her seat near him )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

( Enter TOM, R. 2 E. — laughs — hat and coat bus. ) UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

TOM.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars .

DEBORAH. (L. C.)

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

TOM. ( crosses to L. 1)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. (R.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

TOM.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

TOM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

TOM. (C.)

Contains 79 words in 6 sentences using 393 chars .

DEBORAH. (L., on porch )

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( crosses to L. C.)

Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 247 chars .

DEBORAH. ( hangs shirt last )

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

TOM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

DEBORAH. ( coming down steps )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

TOM. ( rises , L. 1, and crosses to C.)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

DEBORAH. (R.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

TOM. ( quick )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. (C.)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

DEBORAH. ( exultant )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

TOM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 49 words in 2 sentences using 211 chars .

TOM AND DEBORAH. ( chuckling — delighted )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

DEBORAH. ( up stage — looking L.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

TOM. ( up C. and L. U. E.)

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

DEBORAH. (R. C.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

TOM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

( Enter MAY, L. U. E.) MAY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAY

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 136 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MAY.

Contains 63 words in 2 sentences using 303 chars .

TOM. ( tenderly patting her on the head )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

DEBORAH. (R. L. of UNCA BARTLETT — has put flower in his coat )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

TOM.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 61 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

TOM. ( kisses her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

MAY.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

MAY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DEBORAH. ( melting — patting her on the head )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

TOM. ( coughs — to BARTLETT)

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

TOM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sternly )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

TOM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( on porch )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

TOM.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 140 chars .

MAY. ( hand bus. — R. U. E. — aside )

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 192 chars .

TOM. ( going C., takes pipe out of his mouth )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MAY. ( stops )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MAY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

TOM.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

MAY. ( blushing )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAY.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

TOM. ( going L. — laughs slyly — aside )

Contains 43 words in 7 sentences using 206 chars .

MAY. ( carelessly )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

TOM. ( delighted )

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars .

MAY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

TOM.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 151 chars .

MAY. ( starting )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

TOM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TOM. ( laughing and chucking her under the chin )

Contains 102 words in 10 sentences using 503 chars .

MAY. ( crossing , R. — aside )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

TOM.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

MAY. ( quickly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

TOM. ( sprprised, rising )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MAY. ( endeavoring to be calm — half laughing , U.)

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

( Warn cannon .) TOM. ( aside — greatly pleased )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

MAY. ( concealing her agitation )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

TOM.

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 117 chars .

TOM.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

(STEVE heard singing in the distance — crosses to R. 2 E.)

Contains 45 words in 8 sentences using 223 chars .

MAY. ( wringing her hands in despair — aside )

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

TOM. ( crossing , L. 2 — laughing )

Contains 48 words in 9 sentences using 220 chars .

( Begin sunset effects — STEVE singing , R. U. E.) MAY. (C. — half dazed )

Contains 48 words in 6 sentences using 258 chars .

(STEVE nearer — looking off frightened )

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 238 chars .

(STEVE sings last line of song and enters , R. U. E. — MAY stands , L. — her head bowed down. A slight pause .) STEVE. ( hat in hand )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAY. ( very low )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

STEVE. ( drawing near to her )

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

MAY.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 13 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

STEVE. ( aside )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MAY.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MAY. (L.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 87 words in 4 sentences using 443 chars .

MAY. ( to C.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

( Music .) MAY. ( alarmed )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

MAY. ( drawing away from him — crosses front of him to L.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 186 chars .

MAY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 62 words in 3 sentences using 283 chars .

MAY. ( rises, greatly agitated )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

STEVE. ( seizing her in his arms, then releasing her )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

MAY. ( low )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 195 chars .

MAY. ( hiding her face — aside )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

MAY. ( rising — turning )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

STEVE. ( dropping her hand )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(STEVE staggers to steps , L. 2 E., and leans against wall for support . MAY goes to him .)

Contains 59 words in 1 sentence using 279 chars .

(STEVE sinks down, his head between his hands . MAY approaching him tenderly, sinks at his feet, and looks tip into his face .)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars .

MAY. ( pauses )

Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 318 chars .

STEVE. ( looks — starts )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MAY. ( seated on stone , R. U. E. — low )

Contains 108 words in 6 sentences using 526 chars .

STEVE. ( crossing to name — R. U. E. — very low tone )

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

MAY. ( greatly alarmed )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

( They fall into each other's arms and sob aloud , R. 1 E. Enter TOM, DEB, and BART, L. 2 E., in that order .) TOM. ( appearing on porch with DEB and BART — in stage whisper )

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

DEBORAH. ( holding him back — stage whisper )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

TOM. ( at a gesture from DEB.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( They with difficulty get him away — exit , L. 2E.) STEVE. ( stroking her hand )

Contains 75 words in 15 sentences using 341 chars .

MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

( Stop music. Change red calcium to blue, then to white. Enter TOM, DEB, and BART — TOM very pleased . TOM.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MAY. ( with a cry, going to him .)

Contains 32 words in 7 sentences using 167 chars .

TOM.

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 257 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

TOM. ( pauses, looks eagerly at DEB)

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( leading her into house — very seriously )

Contains 39 words in 6 sentences using 202 chars .

(RICHARD enters , R. U. E. — whistling "My Polly Ann is true to me." He stands and gazes at house — Bus. with flowers .) RICHARD.

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 107 chars .

(EPH enters , L. U. E., hurriedly — out of breath — speaks .) EPH.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

EPH.

Contains 51 words in 7 sentences using 243 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

EPH.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 208 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

EPH. ( intensely )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

RICHARD. ( goes up L. and back — alarmed )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

EPH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

EPH.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

RICHARD. ( anxiously )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

EPH.

Contains 77 words in 5 sentences using 346 chars .

( Flash and thunder in distance .) RICHARD. ( crosses R., and turns )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

( Warn thunder and lightning .) EPH.

Contains 91 words in 9 sentences using 398 chars .

RICHARD. ( seeing CAPTAIN HAMMOND has withdrawn )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

( Flash and thunder in distance .) EPH. ( crosses to back, looks with a warning gesture )

Contains 39 words in 11 sentences using 179 chars .

( Warn thunder and cannon .) RICHARD.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

EPH.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

( Warn signals for CAPTAIN HAMMOND. Hurries off , L. 2 E. — flash and thunder in distance. Gun of boat heard in distance . CAPTAIN HAMMOND enters, looking off , L. 2 E.) CAPTAIN HAMMOND. ( looking after EPH.)

Contains 37 words in 6 sentences using 176 chars .

(TOM enters with STEVE, R. 1 E.) TOM.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 207 chars .

( Warn flash and thunder .)

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 189 chars .

( Flash and thunder .) STEVE. (L. U. E.)

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 112 chars .

( Flash and thunder .) (RICH, entering. During the scene between STEVE and well down. Storm sets in — thunder in distance — the lights go up inside of cottage, lights outside flashes of lightning .) RICHARD.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

STEVE. ( starting )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 55 words in 10 sentences using 286 chars .

(EPH — whistle outside .)

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 150 chars .

( Enter CAPTAIN HAMMOND and four soldiers, with muskets and bayonets . CAPTAIN has a dark lantern — when he sees RICH moving away, he says: CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( Flash and thunder .) STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 185 chars .

STEVE. ( aside )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

( Flash and thunder .)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

( Voices from cottage heard singing hymn .) CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Flash and thunder — keep it up .) RICHARD.

Contains 68 words in 8 sentences using 334 chars .

( Warn flash and thunder .) CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

RICHARD. ( calls out )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

(RICH struggles with soldiers. Flash and thunder .) EPH. ( rushes on from L. 1 E)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

EPH.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

CAPTAIN HAMMOND.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

( Two soldiers take EPH. off .) RICHARD. ( as soldiers start to drag him away )

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 19 chars .

STEVE. ( who has crouched on a seat in the shadow )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

RICHARD. ( breaks from soldiers — flash and thunder )

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 210 chars .

( Warn flash and thunder .)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 51 chars .

STEVE. ( up c., as in a trance )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

(DEB, UNCA B., MAY and TOM on porch .) DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

STEVE. ( wildly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Warn flash and thunder .) STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

STEVE. ( seizes her hand and points to sea )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Flash and thunder .) MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PICTURE. CURTAIN.
ACT II.

TIME. — Two years later.

SCENE. — STEVE HARLAND'S home .

 PLOT. — STEVE and MAY have been married a year, and a little one has come to them . STEVE is tortured constantly by the remembrance of his perfidy to RICHARD, who has not been heard of since the arrest, and is thought by all to be dead . RICHARD returns to claim his promised wife, and finding her married to STEVE, tells her the story of the arrest, and STEVE'S oath. She calls STEVE, who mutely confronts the man he wronged, till MAY is about to be torn from him, then, like an angered lion, he protects his own . SCENE. — The home of STEVE HARLAND. A neatly furnished cottage. Fire-place and mantel , R. 2 E. Doors R. 3 E., R. C., and at top of stairs. A window , C., showing the sea in the distance. Plants and curtain at window. Stairs , L. 2 E., leading up to door. At rise . DEBORAH enters , L. 2 E., with vegetables; places pan on table and calls . DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

TOM. ( at door, up stairs, speaks off, as I though putting baby to sleep )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 41 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

TOM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

TOM.

Contains 26 words in 8 sentences using 113 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sitting L. C., and cutting vegetables )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

TOM. ( with a warning gesture )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

TOM. (R. U. E. — appears in door — in hushed tones )

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

DEBORAH. ( laughs — resumes her work )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

TOM. ( crosses down R.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TOM. ( leaning on back, of arm-chair , R. 1)

Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 333 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sitting back — half-frightened )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

TOM.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

DEBORAH. ( shakes head — no notice ) TOM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DEBORAH. ( repeats ) TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DEBORAH. ( smiles ) TOM.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sitting L. of table )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

TOM.

Contains 186 words in 13 sentences using 899 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

TOM.

Contains 122 words in 9 sentences using 585 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

OWEN. ( outside )

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

(TOM crosses to R.) DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 17 chars .

(OWEN enters , C., carrying two big turkeys, pauses inside door .)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 268 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 57 words in 7 sentences using 281 chars .

DEBORAH. (L. C. — takes gobblers )

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

DEBORAH. ( excitedly )

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 140 chars .

MILLY. (L. U. E., off )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MILLY. ( louder )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DEBORAH. ( out of patience )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

( Enter MILLY, L. U. E. — her hand and mouth covered with molasses .) MILLY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

DEBORAH. ( to others )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MILLY. (R. C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MILLY. ( nods )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DEBORAH. ( imitating )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

TOM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

OWEN. (R., crossing to C.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

DEBORAH. ( sits , L. of C.)

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

MILLY. ( on landing , R. U. E.)

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MILLY. (R.)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

MILLY. ( going up, crying )

Contains 16 words in 6 sentences using 79 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 165 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DEBORAH. ( to TOM)

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

TOM. ( still in arm-chair , R. 1)

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 215 chars .

(UNCA BARTLETT outside — sings .) OWEN. ( goes up to window , L. U. Opens it — laughs )

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

(TOM takes pipe from moutn and turns quickly — assumes extravagant position .) TOM. ( rises — goes R. of table — sits )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

OWEN. ( with right hand )

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 215 chars .

TOM.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

TOM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( outside )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

TOM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( outside )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

VOICE. ( outside )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 200 chars .

TOM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

(UNCA BARTLETT enters C. door — down C.) UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

TOM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

TOM.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( astounded )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

TOM. ( first nods his head )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

TOM. ( rises — goes back of table )

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( rises — goes up , R., looks off — facial bus. — chokes back a lump )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

TOM.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

OWEN. ( outside , L. U. E.)

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

TOM.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( crosses to table — very earnestly )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

TOM. ( aside )

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 171 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( rises )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

TOM. (R. U. E.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

(OWEN shows himself at R. 3 — Puts L. hand on R. shoulder . TOM runs him off , R. 3, with a look at BART. Exits, chuckling , R. 3.) UNCA BARTLETT. ( rising )

Contains 77 words in 7 sentences using 325 chars .

(TOM and OWEN appear, watching him . OWEN laughs — goes, to C, and turns , R. TOM falls into OWEN'S arms — they run to window and laugh heartily .) OWEN.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

( Warn music .) TOM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

(OWEN exits by door , C., off L. — stops at window — shakes hands with TOM, laughing .) TOM.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 56 chars .

( Music — TOM goes off , R. 3, chuckling . STEVE comes down stairs — It is palpable there is something on his mind, and the intense suffering he undergoes is apparent .) STEVE.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

( He comes forward and sits, with a deep sigh , R. — lost in thought — a very slight pause — MAY enters , C.; she is at all times very affectionate to him — she has a small basket in her hand — sees STEVE — places basket on table , C. — steals forward and covers his eyes with her hand .) STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Stop music .) MAY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

MAY.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 168 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAY.

Contains 146 words in 16 sentences using 712 chars .

(MAY moves to table , L. C.) STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MAY.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 222 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

STEVE. ( for a moment forgetting himself )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

MAY. ( crosses to him — embraces him )

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

MAY. ( sitting by window — her hand resting under her chin )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

STEVE. ( going up to her at window — sits at her left — pause )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

MAY. ( rising — very womanly )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

( Music .) STEVE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAY. ( rising )

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 166 chars .

STEVE. ( rising )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MAY. ( releases herself playfully )

Contains 48 words in 6 sentences using 214 chars .

STEVE. ( relapsing into mood )

Contains 110 words in 14 sentences using 558 chars .

(MAY re-enters , L. U. E., crosses to L.) STEVE. ( taking her hand )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MAY. ( both up C.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

MAY. (C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

(DEBORAH enters , L. U. E.) STEVE.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

DEBORAH. (R. U. E. at door )

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 170 chars .

( Enter HIRAM, bringing donations to the party . DEB. motions to him that MAY and STEVE are there and he tries to hide bundles .) MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

HIRAM. ( crosses to DEB.)

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

( Enter STEVE, R. 3 E.) STEVE. ( gets his hat )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MAY. ( crossing to him )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

MAY. ( aside — looking after him )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DEBORAH. (L., moves center table up L., against staircase )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MAY. (C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DEBORAH. ( confidentially )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

MAY. ( up L. — hiding her smiles )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

HIRAM. ( aside to DEB)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

DEBORAH. ( at door , L. U. E.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

HIRAM. ( at door , C. — aloud )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HIRAM. ( laughing bus .)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

( Warn music .) DEBORAH.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

( Music at DEB'S exit. Going off , R. 3 E.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MAY. ( up at window, looking off , L. — waves her hand to HIRAM)

Contains 50 words in 7 sentences using 249 chars .

(EPH. appears at window, the light outside floods the stage — he is very ragged — old Federal uniform .) EPH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MAY. ( at first sound of his voice stops — as he repeats the name starts )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

EPH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MAY. ( turning, half dazed )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

EPH.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

MAY. (L. 2 E. — EPH kneels to her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

EPH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

EPH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAY. ( almost inaudible )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

EPH. ( with wild joy )

Contains 108 words in 8 sentences using 511 chars .

MAY. ( in hoarse whisper as before )

Contains 7 words in 5 sentences using 34 chars .

EPH. ( frightened — hurrying to her and rubbing her hands )

Contains 42 words in 5 sentences using 218 chars .

MAY. ( seated in arm-chair , L. 1 — slowly recovers — holds her hands to her temples, as if in pain — turns slowly to where EPH stood, as though expecting to see a horrible phantom )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

( Warn music to change .)

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 63 chars .

( Music changes . RICHARD, with clothes rather the worse for wear, and very pale, showing the marks of long sickness and imprisonment, crosses by window. He disappears — a second afterward a low knock is heard — door gently opens and for a second he stands on the threshold, with a mute gesture of joy, steals gently towards her and embraces her. Stop music .) RICHARD. ( in a weak voice )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAY. ( recoils )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

RICHARD. ( springing toward her with extended arms )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAY. ( recedes as far as possible from him — crosses to L. U. Falls on sofa, face in hands )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

RICHARD. ( above and over her )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

(MAY, almost fainting, sinks on sofa, her face hidden in the cushions .)

Contains 123 words in 8 sentences using 635 chars .

MAY. ( rising with a cry — waving him back )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

RICHARD. ( as she starts from him )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAY. ( crossing to R. C.)

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 32 chars .

RICHARD. ( amazed )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MAY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MAY. ( with a powerful effort )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RICHARD. ( crosses to C. — starts terrified )

Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 152 chars .

MAY. (R. U. E. — almost in a whisper )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

RICHARD. ( unable to realize it )

Contains 54 words in 7 sentences using 246 chars .

( N. B. — The following scene must be very carefully played — subdued intensity .) MAY. ( up to him , C. — very much perplexed )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

RICHARD. ( turning )

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

MAY. ( low and slow )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAY. ( closer )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MAY. ( almost unable to believe it — pausing between every word as though she were not able to comprehend it )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MAY. ( for the first time realizing the truth, with a long cry of pain, staggers across stage, and supports herself against back of table )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

( Change music .)

Contains 10 words in 6 sentences using 66 chars .

STEVE. ( outside — pleasantly )

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 105 chars .

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

( Stop music .) RICHARD.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAY. ( stepping in between the two men )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

MAY.

Contains 67 words in 7 sentences using 328 chars .

RICHARD. ( vehemently )

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 247 chars .

( Starts fiercely toward STEVE, as if to strike him — STEVE, not flinching, bows resignedly .) MAY. ( seizing RICHARD'S hand as it descends )

Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 210 chars .

STEVE. ( imploringly — in a voice almost inaudible )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

STEVE. ( low — dead )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MAY.

Contains 32 words in 11 sentences using 155 chars .

(STEVE totters toward the door like a blind man .)

Contains 117 words in 18 sentences using 570 chars .

( Warn curtain .) STEVE. ( without a movement — only raises his eyes above )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

RICHARD. ( bending over her )

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars .

MAY. ( trying to release herself )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RICHARD. ( dragging her down to R.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAY. ( crossing to his right. He puts right arm around her and drags her slowly toward the door )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

RICHARD.

Contains 50 words in 6 sentences using 237 chars .

( He drags her to U. R. E. — just at that moment STEVE, who has been in a dazed condition, seems to realize that all he loves is about to be torn from him. With a sudden and ferocious spring, he drags MAY from RICHARD, with a cry like an enraged and wounded animal. She falls fainting, supported upon his left arm, his right extended, repulsing RICHARD. RICHARD retreats with bowed head, mutely recognizing the husband and father .) STEVE.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

ACT III.

SCENE. — Same as Act II., evening, moonlight. Characters dressed in Sunday-go-to-meeting clothes. The opening scene is a faithful reproduction of the old-time manners and customs .

EVENTS. — The opening of the Act discloses friends and neighbors, who have gathered at STEVE'S cottage to celebrate the anniversary of his union with MAY. They have been married a year. Through the plots of TOM and OWEN, UNCA BARTLETT is induced to come to the point, and propose to DEB. STEVE and MAY receive a tender and touching blessing from UNCA BARTLETT, surrounded by their friends, who know nothing of their resolve to part. At close of Act . STEVE climbs the stairs to kiss for the last time their little one, to whom MILLY croons a low lullaby .

CALL. — TOM, OWEN, HIRAM, DEBORAH, discovered . MILLY, SIX SUPERS, SIX LADIES, FIDDLER, BARTLETT, ready , R.U.E.

 ( Lamps lighted at rise of curtain, Fiddler on table, playing . TOM standing on chair .) Gents and Ladies LadyGent LadyGent MillyHiram DebOwen ( At rise of curtain all shout and laugh, dancers come down , C., balance , DEB and OWEN join hands high , HIRAM and MILLY lead, all follow down C., up outside , DEB and OWEN last; this forms new figure, with HIRAM and MILLY first , DEB and OWEN last, repeat figures as before , DEB and OWEN stop at head, all separate , R. and L., balance, gents on one side, ladies on the other . TOM, on chair, calls the figures .) TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Ladies and gents meet in C., and swing to places. Positions .) GentLady LadyGent MillyOwen HiramDeb TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

(DEB and OWEN, head of set, back to audience, last lady and gent foot of set, forward and back .)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( They exchange positions .)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( They do so and back .)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( They do so and swing to sides as at first. Side couples repeat figures , TOM calling as before .) Forward four. Cross overHiram and Lady Forward againMillyGent Cross over Hands all round ( All join hands and circle half way round .)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( They circle back to places . TOM sings .)

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 217 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

TOM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CHORUS.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 214 chars .

TOM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

( Right hand to partner, left to next, etc. Music .) TOM. ( yells )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( The women scream, and run off. followed by the men , L. 2 E. As OWEN attempts to kiss DEBORAH, she recovers, shrieks and runs off , L. 2 E.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

(OWEN runs after , L. 2 E. The voices of the girls and the laughter of the men die away .) TOM. (C.)

Contains 52 words in 13 sentences using 240 chars .

( Laughter kept up. Enter MILLY, R. 3 E., followed by omnes — scattering about stage — keep up noise. Enter DEB, L. 2 E. She runs across and off C. door and by window, followed a moment later by OWEN — loud laughter. Enter DEB, R. 3 E., crossing to L. 2 E. OWEN enters , R. 3 E., sees her, exits quickly , R. 3 E., to head her off. Laughter and noise . HIRAM and others near R. 3 D., go off and right on again, talking .) OMNE.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

( Laughter and shouting as OWEN kisses her, and crosses to TOM'S L. as he does so . BART, who has come on C. E., gets up to C., and sees him, at same time all laugh and shout . BART comes down C., DEB goes to L. Music stops .) DEBORAH. ( stands horrified )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( aside — glaring at OWEN)

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

(DEB goes to dresser , L., BART crosses to fire-place — sits .) OWEN. ( pulls TOM by coat-tails to C., backing — TOM chuckling )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

TOM. ( laughing )

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 191 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 48 chars .

TOM. (C. All gather about him. He is well up stage )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

OMNES. (R. and L.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

TOM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

(OWEN, L. C., trying to flirt with DEB, who stands by the dresser .) TOM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

OMNES. ( impatiently )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

TOM.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 35 chars .

TOM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

( Everybody, with a cry of delight, stampede off , R. 3 E. HIRAM and OWEN last to exit , R. 3 E. — OWEN turns, throws kisses to DEB, who stands by dresser , L. BART seated at fire-place .) UNCA BARTLETT. ( rising — up , R. C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DEBORAH. (L. R., indignant )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

DEBORAH. ( aside )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( makes one or two more efforts to speak — wipes his face )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

( She affects to be engaged — occasionally steals a glance at him — he evinces his nervousness by shifting his position — tying his handkerchief into knots — clearing his throat, etc. After bus .) UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( stopping her )

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 250 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 235 chars .

DEBORAH. ( aside )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

( Enter TOM, OWEN and HIRAM, peeping in from door , R. 3. Bus .)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DEBORAH. ( aside )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

DEBORAH. ( with a cry )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( from corner )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

DEBORAH. ( shyly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

TOM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

(TOM, OWEN, and everybody appear — they steal cautiously down .) UNCA BARTLETT. ( excitedly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( gives a screech of delight )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

(OMNES, who have quietly and quickly surrounded them, burst out laughing — shout . DEBORAH gives a slight scream and runs upstairs and off . UNCA B. puts his fingers in the armlets of his vest, and with a look of disdain at OWEN, turns, whistles and walks up stage and off , R. 3 E. Slow bus. All laugh boisterously .) TOM. (R.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

OWEN. (L. — with pride )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

TOM. ( calls off )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

( Violin without , R. 3 E.) OWEN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

TOM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 114 chars .

TOM.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars .

(MAY enters, down stairs — a great change has come over her — she is dressed very prettily .) MAY.

Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 145 chars .

OMNES. ( off R. 3 E.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

( Pause. Bus. off stage, singing . MAY turns slowly round .) MAY.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

( Chorus outside .)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

( Closes door . R. 3 E. Music stops. Enter MILLY, past window — stops inside door and listens .) MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

MAY.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

MILLY. ( going upstairs )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars .

MAY. ( looking out of window )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

STEVE. ( crosses window — enters — appears at door — his face very pale )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAY. (R. — standing — in 'subdued tones )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

MAY. ( recovering )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

STEVE. ( as she says "Mr. Harland," a thrill of pain goes through him — pause — his head bent low )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 56 chars .

MAY. ( looks at him — struggles with her feelings — after an effort — tenderly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

STEVE. ( with a grateful look )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MAY.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MAY. ( the tears running down her face )

Contains 57 words in 6 sentences using 288 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Get more light ready .) MAY.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 101 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MAY.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MAY.

Contains 71 words in 11 sentences using 339 chars .

( Goes up stage and sits near window , L. U. Moon throws a light upon her — a pause — during following speech, she sits with her hands clasped between her knees, gazing at the moon and sobbing .) STEVE. (R. C. — humiliated and in subdued tones )

Contains 163 words in 11 sentences using 817 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 44 words in 9 sentences using 215 chars .

MAY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

STEVE. ( desperately )

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 195 chars .

MAY. ( overcome by his tears, displays a desire to forgive him — then assumes an air of firmness )

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 215 chars .

STEVE. ( turning slowly in despair )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MAY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

STEVE. ( with stony despair — pause )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MAY. ( falling in chair , L.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 84 words in 10 sentences using 406 chars .

MAY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

(MAY turns from him — buries her face in her hands and bursts into tears. Steve goes toward her to take her in his arms, but dares not. Gives way to his grief . MAY rises, crosses , R.) STEVE.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

MAY. ( drops handkerchief , R. C. — delicate bus. )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

(STEVE, with stony despair, turns — looks at her — sees handkerchief — picks it up and puts it inside of vest next to heart, after kissing it .) HIRAM. ( appears at window )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

( Stop music .)

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

STEVE. ( with forced laughter — trying to be cheerful )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars .

HIRAM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

TOM. (R. C.)

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars .

MAY. ( same as STEVE, trying to be cheerful )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

TOM. ( to STEVE)

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

MAY AND STEVE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MAY. ( glad of a chance to get away )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

OWEN. ( crosses to C.)

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 125 chars .

( Enter UNCA B. and DEB. — arm in arm — R. 3 E. They come down C. stage — all making room for them .) UNCA BARTLETT. ( to STEVE and MAY — with great pride, looking across defiantly at OWEN. TOM pokes OWEN in ribs — they both chuckle )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 191 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( severely )

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 11 words in 6 sentences using 61 chars .

TOM. ( pokes OWEN in the ribs — aside to him )

Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 274 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( wipes face, hands handkerchief to DEB — comes C.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

( They kneel before him — all stand round .)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 203 chars .

(MAY and STEVE turn away — DEB returns specs and goes to dresser .) GIRLS. ( to STEVE)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MEN. ( to MAY.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

(STEVE kisses her forehead. All laugh . MAY staggers , R., concealing her agitation . STEVE. C., almost unable to realize it, receives the kiss as a gift from heaven .) TOM.

Contains 34 words in 7 sentences using 167 chars .

OMNES. ( sing )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

(TOM seizes a girl and runs off. followed by all the rest , R. 3 E. — as they exit , OWEN starts to go off with DEB. BART pushes him away and goes off with her himself — HIRAM last, slaps his knee and laughs, exits with OWEN, imitating UNCA B. and DEB. Pause — MAY stands at mantel — STEVE stands L.) STEVE. ( covering face with hands )

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MAY. ( controls herself with difficulty )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

STEVE. (L. 2 — at dresser — takes up baby dress — breaks down — hides face in it, and sobs )

Contains 80 words in 7 sentences using 385 chars .

MAY

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

STEVE. ( overcome, he leans a second , L. 2, on side-board — he sees the little baby clothes of last act. He picks them up — looks at them — and places them back. Inaudibly )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MAY.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

(STEVE staggers to door — when he gets on threshold to door .) MILLY. ( sings outside upstairs )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

MAY. ( deeply overcome )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MILLY ( as before — very low )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAY. ( a little louder )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MILLY. ( as before )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MAY. ( choking )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

MILLY. ( lower )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

( When MAY says "kiss baby," he turns and gives her one long, thankful look, and staggers across the room, upstairs to bedroom . MAY falls weeping — her head resting on table — as STEVE opens door, voice louder )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

( The above as curtain falls. Ring down .) CURTAIN.
ACT IV.

SIX YEARS LATER.

CHERRY DELL.

TIME. — Autumn .

 SCENE. — A portion of the village church , L., seen in the distance through cut drop. The opposite side is broken up with hillocks, trees, shrubbery, vines, etc. On the stage proper are wild rose bushes ( deep red, light and white in full bloom ) and wild cherries hanging on the boughs of cherry trees. The entire stage one patch of grasses and wild flowers of all colors and variety. During the act, Autumn leaves fall from the overhanging branches, and the sun is seen peeping from behind a huge hill, casting a beautiful sunlight effect upon the scene , R. bright and sunny . L., in the shade. Path to dell , R. U. E. and L., 2 E. At rise of curtain, the village chimes are heard in the distance . TOM BLOSSOM, hair very white, and OWEN HATHERWAY, very stout, discovered lying in the shadow of a large willow tree, smoking. Village chimes are heard at rise of curtain . TOM.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 180 chars .

OWEN. ( fixing pipe )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

TOM.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

TOM ( sadly )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

TOM.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

TOM.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 163 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

TOM.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

TOM.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

TOM.

Contains 54 words in 7 sentences using 266 chars .

OWEN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

TOM.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

( Music for entrance of MAY and child . OWEN and TOM exit . L. U. E. LITTLE MAY, about six years old, enters, playfully pulling on MAY. MAY has several picture books in her hands, and a bunch of wild flowers in her hair . LITTLE MAY.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

MAY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

MAY.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MAY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

MAY. ( moved )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Get mechanical butterfly ready .) DEBORAH. ( enters , L. U. E. — hair iron gray )

Contains 66 words in 7 sentences using 287 chars .

MAY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 254 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( clasping her hands )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

MAY.

Contains 38 words in 1 sentence using 183 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

MAY. ( looking off at LITTLE MAY)

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 272 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

MAY. ( seems to freeze up )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DEBORAH. ( prayfully )

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 182 chars .

MAY. ( as though anxious to change the subject )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MAY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DEBORAH. ( coquettishly )

Contains 64 words in 5 sentences using 297 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( overhearing speech )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DEBORAH. ( to MAY)

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 242 chars .

BARTLETT. ( enters, singing , L. U. E.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BARTLETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MAY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

BARTLETT. ( much amused )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 164 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

MAY AND DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( much concerned )

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 62 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( hears and rushes up )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MILLY. ( sinks at LITTLE MAY'S feet and sobs )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( clings to MAY)

Contains 42 words in 7 sentences using 193 chars .

MILLY exits with MAY and L. MAY sobbinb , L. 2 E.) UNCA BARTLETT. ( entering hurriedly , L. U. E., calls )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 115 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars .

MAY. ( enters , L. 2 E.)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

DEBORAH.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MAY.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( stops her )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars .

MAY. ( very low )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

MAY.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 146 words in 3 sentences using 703 chars .

MAY.

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MAY.

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 89 words in 14 sentences using 444 chars .

MAY.

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT. ( bending over her )

Contains 62 words in 8 sentences using 295 chars .

MAY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 55 words in 11 sentences using 262 chars .

( They exit slowly , L. 2 E. — enter STEVE from the back , R. U. E. He has evidently been watching them from afar .) STEVE.

Contains 250 words in 18 sentences using 1240 chars .

( The following is heard in the distance — sung by eight little children. They pass back of the stage, singing .)

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 173 chars .

( The children come marching , 2x2, with a wheelbarrow containing the dead bird. They march down through the narrow lane. Little MAY is in advance, wheeling the barrow. A very small tot of a girl follows her, with her apron full of flowers. The tallest boy (YANK) carries a miniature spade. At end of the procession a small boy (WILLIE) carries an empty cage and MILLY carrying a cat .)

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

( The red glare of sunset on everything. Birds singing, chirping, flying from tree to tree — bush to bush. The voices of the children come nearer .)

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

( They form crescent .)

Contains 40 words in 8 sentences using 270 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( to boy with spade )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

(YANK comes , C., and digs hole .)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

OMNES.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

(LITTLE MAY holds out the bird — they surround her, exclaiming as they kiss it — "Poor little birdie! Is it it really dead," etc., etc. Enter STEVE at back .) LITTLE MAY. ( places bird in grave )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

( As they fill in the dirt, they kneel and repeat chorus. When the grave is filled, little TOT comes and dumps flowers from her apron over the grave .) LITTLE MAY. ( throwing herself across the tiny grave, sobbing )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

(MILLY cries — all cry and sob .) YANK. ( jumps up )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

( Enter STEVE.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 44 chars .

YANK.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

(MILLY comes up slowly, sobbing — sets cat down near YANK.) LITTLE MAY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

YANK.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( to STEVE)

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

YANK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

YANK.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

YANK.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

STEVE. ( to LITTLE MAY)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MAY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

STEVE. ( aside )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( after hesitation )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

(STEVE, with restrained emotion, takes it .)

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( laughs and holds her hand over her mouth )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

STEVE. ( sits — draws LITTLE MAY to him — looks into her face )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 150 words in 10 sentences using 788 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( begins to cry )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

STEVE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

LITTLE MAY. ( runs to ging , L., sobbing )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MILLY.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars .

( Enter MAY and BARTLETT, quickly .)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

LITTLE MAY.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars .

(BARTLETT takes letters .) MAY.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

(STEVE appears , R. U. E., listening behind cut woods .) MAY.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MAY.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 88 chars .

UNCA BARTLETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MAY. ( reads )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

STEVE. ( advancing quickly, catches her in his arms )

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 32 chars .

CURTAIN.