An American Citizen Ryley, Madeleine Lucette Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Madeleine Lucette Ryley, 1868 – 1934 An American Citizen: An Original Comedy in Four Acts by Madeleine Lucette Ryley London Samuel French 63 p. EGERTON BROWN WAITER. PETER BARBURY BOTH. LUCAS. GEORGIA CHAPIN OTTO STROBLE BERESFORD CRUGER WAIT. SIR HUMPHREY BUNN MISS CAROLA CHAPIN VENDOR. LADY BUNN BEATRICE CAREW SIR. H. SIMMS ANNETTE WILL. WILLIE BUNN CRU., BEAT. MERCURY Comedy Prose data extraction from source 1904 First performed: June 19, 1899
AN AMERICAN CITIZEN.

( Produced at the Duke of York's Theatre, June 19th , 1899).

CHARACTERS . Beresford Cruger ( afterwards called Carew) MR. N. C. GOODWIN. Peter Barbury MR. T. OBERLE. Egerton Brown MR. BYRON DOUGLAS. Sir Humphrey Bunn MR. CLARENCE HANDYSIDES. Willie Bunn MR. H. V. SURREY. Otto Stroble MR. FRANK MAYNE. Lucas MR. S. M. HALL. Simms MR. NEIL O'BRIEN. Carola Chapin MR. ESTELLE MORTIMER. Lady Bunn MISS ISOBEL HASKINS. Georgia Chapin MISS GERTRUDE ELLIOTT. Annette MISS LEMAIRE. Mercury MASTER GORDON DOUGLAS. Beatrice Carew MISS MAXINE ELLIOTT.

Offices of Barbury, Brown, and Cruger, New York.

On the Riviera. Confetti Day during the Flower Carnival. (One year later.)

Drawing Room in the Hotel Grande Bretagne, Nice. (Evening of same day.)

Cruger's Lodgings and Office near London. (Eight months later.)

TIME — The Present.
ACT I.

SCENE. — Law offices of Barbury, Brown, and Cruger ; doors lower R., R.C., and L.; desk at R.C., open and empty ; deed boxes on top, marked "Chapin"; desk near C., with papers, etc., very orderly ; desk lower R., quite the reverse ; paper basket, swing chairs, bookcase, etc. ; leather sofa down L., safe at upper R., telephone near door L.C.; as curtain rises PETER BARBURY is discovered at safe examining papers ; he is a quietly dressed, methodical man of 40; his manner indicates that his hearing is slightly defective .

LUCAS, the clerk, enters L. with newspapers, which he places on desk C.

 BAR. ( turning )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

LUCAS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

LUCAS. ( going R.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BAR.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Enter OTTO STROBLE; he is about 30, exhibits an abundance of animal spirits, and speaks with a slight German accent . STRO.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BAR.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

STRO.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

BAR. ( coming down R.C. with letter and sheet of paper )

Contains 46 words in 8 sentences using 248 chars .

STRO.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BAR. ( indicating letter )

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

STRO. ( trying to look mournful )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

STRO.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

STRO.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 131 chars .

BAR. ( coming down )

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

STRO.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 114 chars .

BAR. ( turning )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

STRO. ( producing map and plans, and laying them on desk C.)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BAR. ( going up quickly )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

STRO.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

STRO.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Enter BERESFORD CRUGER L.; he throws his hat on to sofa . CRU.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

STRO. ( at door R.)

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

CRU. ( looking after him gloomily )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BAR. ( coming down C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CRU. ( looks R. cautiously )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU.

Contains 79 words in 10 sentences using 397 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CRU. ( at desk R.)

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 205 chars .

BAR. ( at telephone )

Contains 18 words in 7 sentences using 103 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

BAR. ( through the telephone )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CRU. ( springing up and going to telephone )

Contains 28 words in 9 sentences using 130 chars .

BAR. ( sorting papers at his own desk )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CRU. ( at his desk )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BAR. ( turning round )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CRU.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

CRU.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

BAR.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CRU.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars .

Enter LUCAS L. LUCAS. ( announcing )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Enter GEORGIA CHAPIN L.; exit LUCAS; GEORGIA nods to BARBURY, then comes quickly down to CRUGER. GEO.

Contains 81 words in 9 sentences using 406 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

GEO.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

GEO. ( turns away, laughing )

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 154 chars .

CRU. ( kissing her hand )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

GEO.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CRU. ( springing up )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BAR. ( approaching her )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

GEO. ( still looking after CRUGER)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BAR. ( sentimentally )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

GEO. ( jocularly )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BAR. ( taking her hand )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

Enter CRUGER. CRU. ( seeing BARBURY)

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

GEO. ( to CRUGER, laughingly )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

CRU. ( pointing to BARBURY)

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 64 chars .

GEO. ( looking after him )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Enter STROBLE from R.; he carries his plan, which he waves excitedly . STRO.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

STRO. ( turning )

Contains 27 words in 6 sentences using 137 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

STRO.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

STRO. ( folds paper, slightly offended )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Enter LUCAS L. LUCAS. ( announcing )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

STRO.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

GEO.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Enter MISS CAROLA CHAPIN; she is an over-dressed lady of 50; she carries satchel . CRUGER comes forward with newspaper . CAR. (L.C.)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

CRU. ( fanning her with newspaper )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

CAR. ( drinking )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

CRU. ( seizing it and throwing it away )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

CAR.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CAR.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CAR. ( beginning to smile )

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

CAR.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

CRU. ( rising )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CAR.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

CAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CRU. (C., aside )

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

CAR.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

CRU.

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 140 chars .

CAR.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

CRU. ( coming down and picking up handkerchiefs )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Enter BARBURY from R. BAR.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CRU.

Contains 74 words in 8 sentences using 340 chars .

BAR. ( going to desk )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

CRU.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

BAR.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CRU. ( shouting in his ear )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

Enter LUCAS with card , L. LUCAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BAR.

Contains 21 words in 7 sentences using 106 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

BAR.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

SIR H. ( sitting )

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 223 chars .

BAR. (R.C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

SIR H. ( with surprise )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BAR.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

SIR. H.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BAR. ( resentfully )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 82 words in 10 sentences using 440 chars .

BAR.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

SIR. H.

Contains 63 words in 7 sentences using 348 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 222 words in 16 sentences using 1227 chars .

BAR. ( following him to door )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

BAR. ( crossing and putting paper on desk R.)

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CRU.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

BAR. ( in dismay )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

BAR.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CRU.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

BAR. ( at his desk )

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 194 chars .

CRU. ( reads paper then sits at desk )

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 241 chars .

BAR. ( at desk C,)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

CRU.

Contains 49 words in 7 sentences using 267 chars .

BAR. ( coming down C.)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

CRU.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

BAR.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

CRU.

Contains 64 words in 8 sentences using 319 chars .

BEAT. (L.C.)

Contains 60 words in 8 sentences using 336 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 178 chars .

BAR. (L.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

CRU. (R.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BEAT. ( sits )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CRU.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 206 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

CRU. ( drawing nearer to her )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BEAT. ( to BARBURY)

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

BAR. ( looking at her gown )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 73 words in 7 sentences using 372 chars .

CRU.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

BAR.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BEAT. ( sadly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

CRU. (R.C.)

Contains 59 words in 6 sentences using 278 chars .

BAR. (C. at desk )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

BAR.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

BAR.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

BEAT. ( apologising for turning her back )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CRU. ( with some embarrassment )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BAR.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

CRU. ( laughing uneasily )

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 78 chars .

BAR. ( to CRUGER, in legal tone )

Contains 122 words in 8 sentences using 671 chars .

CRU. (R.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

BEAT. (L. rising, to CRUGER)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CRU. ( rising )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

BAR. ( going up )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

CRU. ( going )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOTH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

CRU.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 96 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 57 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 21 chars .

BEAT. ( becoming serious )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

CRU.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU.

Contains 64 words in 7 sentences using 282 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

BEAT. ( quietly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CRU. ( putting his hand to his cravat )

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 30 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 314 chars .

CRU. ( tenderly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 254 chars .

CRU. ( quietly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

CRU. ( quietly looking at her )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

CRU. ( crossing L.; aside )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Re-enter BARBURY. BEAT.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 247 chars .

CRU. ( going to desk R)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BAR. ( coming down L.C.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

CRU., BEAT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BAR.

Contains 51 words in 8 sentences using 260 chars .

BEAT. ( to CRUGER)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

BEAT. ( timidly giving hand )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BAR.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

BAR.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

CRU. ( looking after him, and calling )

Contains 102 words in 10 sentences using 545 chars .

Enter STROBLE, excitedly ; he carries evening paper . STRO.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

STRO.

Contains 21 words in 7 sentences using 152 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

STRO.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CRU.

Contains 67 words in 11 sentences using 376 chars .

STRO.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CRU.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

STRO.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CRU.

Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 175 chars .

END OF FIRST ACT.
ACT II. ONE YEAR LATER. SCENE. — Confettti day during the Flower Carnival at Nice ; a corner in the Place Massena ; hotel covered with vines, and half hidden by trees L.; small tables and seats outside ; flower-stands at back ; palms, orange trees, etc., in great profusion ; confetti is strewn about ; band playing off and merry shouts heard as curtain rises ; seated at table among other visitors are CAROLA CHAPIN and GEORGIA CHAPIN; they rise as curtain goes up . CAR.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

GEO.

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 229 chars .

CAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

GEO.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

CAR. ( looking off )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

Enter CRUGER upper L.; he has his trousers turned up ; he is followed by a shower of confetti . CRU. ( putting his hand to his neck )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Enter BARBURY. BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BAR.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

CRU.

Contains 50 words in 6 sentences using 229 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BAR.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

CRU.

Contains 56 words in 6 sentences using 301 chars .

BAR.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Enter VENDOR L.; he cries his wares . VENDOR.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

CRU. ( to BARBURY)

Contains 69 words in 16 sentences using 333 chars .

BAR. (R.C.)

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BAR.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

BAR.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

Enter STROBLE from L. with telegram ; he comes down C. STRO.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

STRO.

Contains 37 words in 6 sentences using 178 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

STRO.

Contains 33 words in 8 sentences using 187 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

BAR.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CRU. ( pointing to hotel )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

BAR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CRU.

Contains 76 words in 14 sentences using 403 chars .

SIM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

CRU.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

Enter CAROLA R. CAR. ( approaching BARBURY)

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

CRU. (L.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CAR. (C.)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

CAR.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

CAR.

Contains 47 words in 6 sentences using 266 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CAR.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CAR.

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 227 chars .

CRU.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

CAR.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

CAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CRU.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

CAR.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

Enter GEORGIA, BARBURY, and STROBLE R. STRO. ( to BARBURY, excitedly )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

STRO.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars .

GEO.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Enter CRUGER L. CRU. ( to BARBURY)

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

GEO. (R.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

CRU. (L.)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

GEO.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 83 chars .

GEO.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

CRU. ( thoughtfully )

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

GEO.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

CRU.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

GEO.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CRU. ( smiling )

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 209 chars .

GEO. ( sighing, aside )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

CRU. ( looking off R.)

Contains 42 words in 7 sentences using 222 chars .

BEAT. (C. confusedly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

LADY B. (R.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

CRU. ( he bows apologetically )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BEAT. ( to her )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

BAR. ( crossing to LADY BUNN)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

CRU. (L.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BEAT. (R. trying to conceal her embarrassment )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

LADY B. ( turning )

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 168 chars .

BEAT. ( after pause )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

CRU. (R.)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CRU. ( looking at her admiringly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BEAT. ( alarmed )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

CRU.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CRU.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 174 chars .

BEAT. ( starting )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

CRU. ( replacing flowers )

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 132 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 236 chars .

CRU. ( seriously )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BEAT. ( inquisitively )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

CRU.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 226 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CRU. ( carelessly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

CRU. ( dubiously )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BEAT. ( poutingly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CRU.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

BEAT. ( angrily )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

CRU.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

BEAT. ( catching his eye and turning up ; embarrassed )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

CRU. ( looking off )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BEAT. ( detaining him )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

BEAT. ( crossing to R.)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

CRU. ( anxiously retaining her hand )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 10 words in 5 sentences using 53 chars .

CRU. ( coming down meditatively )

Contains 55 words in 6 sentences using 263 chars .

SIM. (L.C. after pausing to think )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CRU. ( sitting R.C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

SIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CRU.

Contains 117 words in 18 sentences using 609 chars .

SIM. ( glancing contemptuously at letter )

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

Enter EGERTON BROWN from lower L.; he is followed by WILLIE BUNN. BROWN.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 151 chars .

WIL. (R. of table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BROWN. ( in surprise )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

WILL.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

BROWN. ( astonished )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

WILL.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

BROWN. ( starting )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WILL.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

WILL.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

BROWN. ( carelessly )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

WILL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Enter LADY BUNN upper R. LADY B.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

BROWN. ( rising )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

LADY B. ( agitated )

Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 124 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

LADY B. ( coldly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

LADY B. ( contemptuously )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

BROWN. ( in injured tone )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

BROWN. ( simulating emotion )

Contains 100 words in 7 sentences using 518 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BROWN. ( affecting surprise )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 268 chars .

BROWN. ( impatiently )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

BROWN. ( taking card and going L.)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

LADY B. ( sinking on bench R.)

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

Enter CRUGER from hotel . CRU.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

LADY B. ( rising )

Contains 35 words in 1 sentence using 174 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

CRU. ( with dignity )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

CRU.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CRU. ( after pause )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

CRU. ( thoughtfully )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 131 chars .

Enter GEORGIA upper R. CRU.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

GEO.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

GEO.

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 140 chars .

Enter SIMMS lower R. CRU. ( aside to SIMMS)

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

SIM.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

GEO.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

GEO.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

GEO.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

Enter BEATRICE lower R. BEAT.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

GEO. ( to CRUGER)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

GEO.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BEAT. ( to SIMMS, while looking after CRUGER)

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

SIM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BEAT. ( starting )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

SIM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

BEAT. ( coming down )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

SIM.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 18 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

Enter BROWN lower L. BROWN.

Contains 31 words in 7 sentences using 162 chars .

Enter BARBURY upper R. BROWN starts . BAR.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BAR. ( down R.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 89 words in 6 sentences using 435 chars .

BAR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 306 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 144 chars .

BAR. ( aside )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Enter CRUGER from upper L.; he comes down with cigar in his hand . CRU.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

END OF SECOND ACT.
ACT III. EVENING OF THE SAME DAY. SCENE. — Handsome drawing-room suite in the Hotel Grande Bretagne, Nice ; door at back, and draped doorways R. and L.; a large screen almost conceals doorway L.; lady's writing desk near R.C.; small table holding lighted lamp L.C.; lamp is turned low ; a large paper box lies on chair near sofa ; BEATRICE is discovered at desk ; she wears a tea-gown, and sits pondering, pen in hand ; water-bottle and two glasses on table ; bell on desk . BEAT. ( sadly )

Contains 183 words in 23 sentences using 962 chars .

AN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BEAT. ( quickly )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

AN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Enter LADY BUNN. LADY B. ( coming down )

Contains 188 words in 23 sentences using 960 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

AN.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

BEAT. ( pointing to box )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

Enter WAITER. WAITER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

BEAT. ( puzzled )

Contains 38 words in 7 sentences using 216 chars .

AN.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 184 chars .

WAITER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CRU. ( looking round )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

WAITER. ( enquiringly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

WAITER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

WAITER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

WAITER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CRU.

Contains 38 words in 7 sentences using 190 chars .

SIM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SIM.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

CRU.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 92 chars .

SIM.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

CRU. ( looking at SIMMS)

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

SIM. ( looking towards L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CRU.

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 297 chars .

SIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

SIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

SIM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

SIM. ( glancing L.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CRU. ( holding his head )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

SIM.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

SIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CRU. ( astonished )

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars .

SIM.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Enter WAITER with parcel . WAITER. ( laying parcel on sofa L.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

CRU. ( surprised )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

SIM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

SIM. ( lowering his voice )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars .

SIM. ( aside )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

CRU. ( sitting at desk )

Contains 102 words in 13 sentences using 476 chars .

Enter BEATRICE L. She has evening gown on. The bodice is unfastened down the back, with the exception of the top hook . BEAT.

Contains 58 words in 9 sentences using 302 chars .

CRU. (R.C., confused )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BEAT. (L.C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CRU.

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 146 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CRU. ( feeling his head )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

CRU. ( astonished )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CRU.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 177 chars .

CRU. ( angrily )

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 201 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

CRU. ( advancing )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CRU. ( crossing to L.)

Contains 58 words in 9 sentences using 280 chars .

SIM. ( down R.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CRU. ( crossing to C.)

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

BEAT. (L., calling CRUGER aside )

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

CRU.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

SIM. (R., wearily )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CRU. (L.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

SIM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

CRU. ( aside to SIMMS)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

BEAT. (L.C.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

CRU.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BEAT. ( significantly )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

CRU. ( sighing )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

CRU.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CRU. ( looking up )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Enter ANNETTE at back, with time-table . BEAT.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Enter SIMMS with brandy and soda in a tall glass . SIM. ( down R.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 142 chars .

CRU. (L.C., taking her hand )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BEAT. ( nervously )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

CRU. ( impulsively seizing her hand )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

CRU.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CRU. ( gently )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CRU.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 181 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars .

CRU. ( sitting at desk )

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

SIM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

SIM.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CRU. ( springing up )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

SIM. (R.C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

SIM.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

CRU. ( crossing to R. excitedly )

Contains 73 words in 9 sentences using 340 chars .

BAR.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

CRU. (L.C.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BAR. (R.C.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

CRU.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

Re-enter SIMMS. SIM. (C.)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

CRU. ( snatching handkerchief from his pocket and handing it to BARBURY)

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 46 chars .

Enter CAROLA; she comes down to CRUGER. CAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU. ( angrily to BARBURY)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BAR.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CRU. ( more sharply )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BAR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CAR.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

CAR. ( sitting on sofa )

Contains 62 words in 12 sentences using 319 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

CAR.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Enter SIMMS R. SIM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CRU. ( springing up )

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

A knock at door ; GEORGIA enters, hat in hand . GEO.

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 116 chars .

CRU. ( reads )

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

GEO.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CRU.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

GEO. ( following )

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 151 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

GEO. ( pushing him down )

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 133 chars .

Enter BEATRICE at back . BEAT.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BEAT. ( coming nearer )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CRU. ( groaning )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

CRU. ( introducing )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BEAT. ( bowing distantly )

Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 164 chars .

GEO.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

CRU.

Contains 60 words in 9 sentences using 284 chars .

WAIT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

GEO.

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 150 chars .

A slight pause, then the WAITER enters, ushering in BROWN. BROWN. ( after glancing round room )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

WAITER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BROWN. (C.)

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 221 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

CRU.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

CRU. ( begins to watch BROWN intently )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 139 chars .

CRU.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

CRU.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

CRU.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CRU.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

BROWN. ( reading )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CRU.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

BEAT. (R.)

Contains 28 words in 7 sentences using 143 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

BEAT. ( coming down R.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

CRU.

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 332 chars .

BROWN. (L.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

CRU. (R.)

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

BEAT. ( to CRUGER, contemptuously )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

BROWN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Enter WAITER with card. He gives it to CRUGER. CRU. ( aside to WAITER)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

BROWN. ( rising )

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

BEAT. ( spiritedly )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

CRU. ( aside )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BEAT. (L. looking scornfully at his ankle ; he follows her glance with embarrassment )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

CRU. (R. taking handkerchief from his foot )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

CRU. ( humbly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 2 chars .

BEAT. ( sarcastically )

Contains 63 words in 8 sentences using 330 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Enter SIR HUMPHREY BUNN; CRUGER bows . SIR H. ( putting down his hat )

Contains 121 words in 11 sentences using 675 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 133 words in 6 sentences using 727 chars .

BEAT. ( rising )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CRU.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

SIR H.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

SIR H. ( going up )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Enter the WAITER; he comes down and hands letter to BEATRICE. WAITER.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars .

CRU. ( up stage watching )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CRU. (L.C. softly )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BEAT. ( turning, half hysterically )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

CRU. ( watches her off, then looks at ball of paper, then reads )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

SIM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

Enter BARBURY, back . BAR. ( sympathetically )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CRU.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

CRU.

Contains 37 words in 6 sentences using 179 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CRU.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 171 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CRU.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

CRU.

Contains 44 words in 6 sentences using 198 chars .

BAR. ( approaching him kindly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CRU.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

BAR. (L.C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU. (R.C)

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

BAR.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU.

Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 160 chars .

BAR.

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 122 chars .

Enter BEATRICE cautiously from back. She assures herself that there is no one in the room, then she comes down quickly looking along the floor . BEAT.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

Enter SIMMS carrying a coat . SIM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Enter GEORGIA, carrying bottle wrapped in paper . GEO.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 134 chars .

SIM. ( putting coat on chair )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

GEO.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Enter BEATRICE unperceived, and watches exchange of flowers ; she comes forward after GEORGIA'S exit, snatches the flowers from vase and throws them away, then she takes lounging coat, folds it gently, and lays it across chair ; she draws chair to the table and then goes up ; as she passes the bunch of violets she pauses and picks them up, hesitates a moment, then returns to the table and puts them in a glass of water, and goes slowly off. Enter SIMMS at back ; he carries tray, with syphon, decanter, glass, cigars, and matches ; he deposits tray on table, then takes the bottle, wrapped in paper, opens and reads label . SIM.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

Enter CRUGER; he comes down C., calmly removes his overcoat, and displays his waistcoat unfastened, likewise his collar ; he takes his necktie from overcoat pocket, and throws it away, he then removes his dress coat, and exhibits his shirt sleeves rolled up above his elbows ; next he sits at table, turns up lamp, and given vent to a long sigh of satisfaction ; then he rises, puts on his lounging coat, and sits again ; he now sees bottle and reads label, pauses, then rises, wraps bottle in paper, carefully seals ends with wax, then directs package and rings bell ; sits, turns to decanter and syphon, helps himself to a long drink, pauses to smile at the recollection of his victory . SIMMS enters and CRUGER hands him package, saying quietly " Brown "; SIMMS takes it and exits ; CRUGER finishes drink, lights cigar, rests his feet on chair, and, with another long sigh and smile of satisfaction, the curtain falls . END OF THIRD ACT.
ACT IV. EIGHT MONTHS LATER. SCENE. — CRUGER'S London lodgings ; Room connected with a shop office ; door leading to office at lower R; door, private entrance at upper R.; windows at back ; fireplace lower L.; mantel with a framed picture of CRUGER on it ; arm chair and small table near fire ; a small neat bedstead near C., which when folded becomes a bookcase ; round the walls pictures and placards " Sun Stove Polish ;" a letter lies on table. At rise of curtain PETER BARBURY and GEORGIA CHAPIN enter through shop at lower R.; he brushes flakes of snow from his coat, and GEORGIA knocks her muff against the door to beat the snow off . BAR. ( looking round and calling )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

GEO. ( looking back into shop )

Contains 47 words in 6 sentences using 254 chars .

BAR.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

GEO.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

BAR.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

GEO. (R.C.)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

BAR. (L.C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

GEO.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

BAR.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

GEO. ( looks round )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

BAR.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

GEO.

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 171 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Enter CRUGER upper R. CRU. ( shaking snow off )

Contains 89 words in 9 sentences using 470 chars .

MER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

CRU.

Contains 123 words in 9 sentences using 627 chars .

MER.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MER. (R.C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CRU. (L.C.)

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

MER.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

CRU.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

MER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

CRU. ( gives money )

Contains 50 words in 7 sentences using 273 chars .

BAR. ( shaking hands )

Contains 67 words in 9 sentences using 321 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 97 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

CRU.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CRU. ( winking )

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

MER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

CRU. ( turning )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CRU. ( at table R.)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

BAR.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CRU.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

BAR.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

CRU. ( reading )

Contains 82 words in 9 sentences using 426 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU. ( looking at letter )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

BAR.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CRU.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

BAR.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CRU.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

BAR.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

CRU.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Enter MERCURY with sandwiches, etc. BAR.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

CRU. ( taking sandwich )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

CRU. ( taking it )

Contains 66 words in 17 sentences using 354 chars .

GEO. ( holding out open letter, half crying )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BAR.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

GEO.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CRU. (C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

GEO. ( excitedly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CRU. ( looking )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

GEO.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

CRU.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

GEO.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CRU.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 194 chars .

MER. ( appearing at door )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

CRU. ( pointing )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

GEO. ( looking after CRUGER)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 24 words in 7 sentences using 120 chars .

BAR. ( crossing and going towards shop )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

GEO. ( aside to BARBURY)

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

BAR. ( tenderly )

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 152 chars .

GEO.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 222 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 191 chars .

GEO.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

GEO. ( starting )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars .

LADY B. (L.)

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

GEO. ( shaking her head )

Contains 79 words in 8 sentences using 432 chars .

LADY B. ( starting )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

GEO. (R.)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

LADY B.

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 188 chars .

GEO.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 175 chars .

LADY B. ( impulsively )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

GEO. ( crosses to mantel and takes up CRUGER'S picture )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

Enter CRUGER from shop . CRU.

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 210 chars .

Enter MERCURY from shop, carrying some logs of wood in his apron, and bunch of holly under his arm ; he puts holly in the corner near shop door, then crosses to fireplace and drops the logs inside the fender ; CRUGER turns ; music dies away . CRU. ( at window )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MER. ( at fireplace )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CRU.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

MER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MER.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 83 chars .

CRU. ( after a pause )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

MER. ( running down to table )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MER. ( getting it from corner )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CRU. ( sitting at table )

Contains 42 words in 5 sentences using 197 chars .

MER.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

CRU. ( taking up STROBLE'S telegram from table ; then rising and crossing to fireplace )

Contains 99 words in 14 sentences using 498 chars .

BEAT. ( nervously )

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

CRU. ( crossing to L.C.)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

BEAT. ( laying her hat on table )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

CRU.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

BEAT. ( hopefully )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CRU.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

BEAT. ( timidly )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

CRU.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CRU.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

CRU.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CRU.

Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 186 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

CRU.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

CRU.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CRU. ( half smiling )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

BEAT. ( sitting at table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CRU. ( smiling cynically )

Contains 210 words in 14 sentences using 1129 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

CRU.

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 180 chars .

BEAT. ( dreamily )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CRU.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BEAT. ( timidly )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

CRU. ( starts, pauses, then approaches her )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CRU.

Contains 45 words in 9 sentences using 212 chars .

Enter MERCURY; he is staggering under a huge bundle of holly . BEAT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

CRU.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars .

MER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BEAT. ( taking CRUGER'S hand )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

CRU.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

MER.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

BEAT.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

CRU. ( reproachfully )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BEAT. ( smiling )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

CRU.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CURTAIN