The Chaperon Gale, Rachel E. (Baker) Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Rachel Baker Gale The Chaperon: A Comedy in Three Acts for Female Characters Only by Rachel E. Baker ... Boston Walter H. Baker 56 p. GIRLS JACK. Miss Morong DAISY. JUDITH. JOYCE PHYLLIS. PHYL. MOLLIE. JILL. ANNA. LILLIAN. MIRIAM. BARBARA MRS. D MLLE. SUZANNE. NORA. Mrs. Dynecourt Comedy Prose data extraction from source 1891
CHARACTERS. MISS MORONG, Principal of Crandon Hall . MRS. DYNECOURT, of "Selbourne." MADEMOISELLE JEANNE, Pupil . JOYCE DYNECOURT, Pupil . JUDITH GREY, Pupil . PHYLLIS REYNOLDS, Pupil . BARBARA CREIGHTON, Pupil . SUZANNE HORTON, Pupil . LILLIAN GORDON, Pupil . MOLLIE HOWARD, Pupil . ANNA DAYTON, Pupil . DAISY ROGERS, Pupil . MIRIAM, the Gypsy . JILL, the waif . NORA, Mrs. Dynecourt's Maid .

ACT I. — JACK AND JILL.

ACT II. — THE CHAPERON

ACT III. — "LIKE OTHER GIRLS"
COSTUMES OF THE PERIOD.
ACT I. JACK AND JILL. SCENE. — Tennis-court of Crandon Hall. Drop-scene at back of country road. Fence, with gate, opening C. Tennis-net across stage at back. Trees R. and L. PHYLLIS, LILLIAN, DAISY, and ANNA discovered playing a love game of tennis; DAISY and ANNA serving: JUDITH and BARBARA reading at foot of tree , L. Rustic chair down R, filled with wild flowers . MOLLIE seated on ground by chair, arranging them: — ANNA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 134 chars .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 233 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 282 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 208 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 63 words in 3 sentences using 296 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 71 words in 7 sentences using 352 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 264 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 234 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 65 words in 6 sentences using 326 chars .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 216 chars .

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 162 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 80 words in 9 sentences using 372 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

MOLLIE ( rises, sits in rustic chair ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BARBARA ( crosses stage and sits by MOLLIE).

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 206 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

DAISY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

DAISY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

JUDITH ( rising and crossing stage ).

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 210 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 230 words in 18 sentences using 1261 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 144 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 53 words in 3 sentences using 291 chars .

( Enter SUZANNE reading; girls rise .) PHYLLIS ( dramatically ).

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

SUZANNE ( stops in centre of stage, raises eyes slowly from book, and looks at PHYLLIS for a moment ).

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 159 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

SUZANNE ( seriously ).

Contains 101 words in 6 sentences using 540 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

SUZANNE ( condescendingly ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

SUZANNE ( standing at gate, looks down L).

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PHYLLIS ( makes to gate ).

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

PHYLLIS ( mounts stone at gate ).

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

GIRLS ( waving caps ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

(JOYCE enters, running, cap in one hand, box in the other ; she runs down front, and falls upon rustic bench .) JOYCE.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars .

GIRLS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JACK ( holding out box; girls help themselves ).

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

SUZANNE ( dramatically ).

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JACK.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars .

MOLLIE ( eating candy ).

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 281 chars .

JACK.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

JACK ( laughing and rising ).

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

(MLLE. JEANNE appears at back of stage, listening .) LILLIAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JOYCE ( taking centre of stage ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

GIRLS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 279 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

JOYCE ( sits ).

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

JACK ( laughs ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

PHYLLIS ( turning ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOYCE ( drops paper on ground; runs up stage ).

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

JILL ( kneeling beside MIRIAM).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

JILL.

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 221 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JILL.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

MIRIAM ( faintly ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JILL ( taking her hand and kissing it ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MIRIAM ( start up — looks wildly about ).

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

MIRIAM ( looks at JOYCE).

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

MIRIAM ( starts to her feet at the name of DYNECOURT. Appears bewildered ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 101 words in 10 sentences using 507 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

GIRLS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DAISY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 222 chars .

(JOYCE and JUDITH lead MIRIAM off , R.) JILL.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

JILL.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 139 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

( Enter NORA through gate , C.) NORA.

Contains 306 words in 33 sentences using 1468 chars .

( Enter MADEMOISELLE JEANNE, L.) MLLE.

Contains 174 words in 16 sentences using 804 chars .

(NORA comes down .) NORA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

NORA.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars .

MLLE. ( aside ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

NORA.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

NORA.

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 231 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

NORA.

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 242 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

NORA ( aside ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

NORA.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

NORA.

Contains 70 words in 4 sentences using 357 chars .

( Enter JOYCE, R.) JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

NORA.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

NORA.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 35 words in 1 sentence using 170 chars .

NORA.

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

NORA ( delighted ).

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 209 chars .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 260 chars .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 69 words in 8 sentences using 359 chars .

( Enter GIRLS, running .) PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 205 chars .

GIRLS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 246 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

JACK ( dubiously ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JACK.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

JACK.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

PHYLLIS ( coming down ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

JACK.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

GIRLS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

( Enter MIRIAM and JILL.) ANNA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE ( goes to MIRIAM).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 186 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JACK.

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 221 chars .

(MIRIAM sits upon ground against tree , R. JILL beside her. Exeunt girls , R., after arranging net at back of stage .) JILL.

Contains 75 words in 6 sentences using 359 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 44 words in 1 sentence using 228 chars .

JILL.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

JILL ( wiping eyes ).

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

(TENNIS march and drill. At end of drill, girls exeunt marching then rush on .) MOLLIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOYCE ( to JILL).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JILL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

PHYLLIS ( arm about JOYCE).

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

JACK.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

( Enter MRS. DYNECOURT and MISS MORONG.) MRS. DYNECOURT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MISS MORONG.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 132 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

MISS M. ( discovering group of girls ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. D. ( raising lorgnette ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

(JOYCE comes forward, sees MRS. D., rushes to her embraces her .) JOYCE.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOYCE ( arm about her coaxingly ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

JOYCE ( goes to MISS M.).

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 195 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. D. ( agitated ).

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JOYCE ( arms about MRS. D.).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

MRS. D ( sinks upon rustic chair , R.).

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

JOYCE ( arm about MRS. D.).

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

MRS. D. ( looking up at JOYCE).

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

(MLLE. enters, very much excited .) MLLE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MIRIAM ( arm about JILL).

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

JOYCE ( goes to her and takes her hand ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

( Exeunt MISS MORONG and MADEMOISELLE.) JILL.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 176 chars .

MRS. D. ( goes to MIRIAM).

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JILL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

JILL.

Contains 93 words in 3 sentences using 474 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JILL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JOYCE ( rising ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

JILL ( taking it ).

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 166 chars .

( Girls separate .) JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

( Enter MISS MORONG and MIRIAM.) MISS M.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

( Enter MRS. D. and MADEMOISELLE.) MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 213 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 150 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars .

JOYCE ( goes to her, holds out hand ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MIRIAM ( music ).

Contains 65 words in 5 sentences using 365 chars .

( Tableau . MIRIAM and JILL slowly exeunt through gate , C. MRS. D. on rustic chair , R. JOYCE at gate . MLLE., with triumphant took upon her face watching JOYCE. Others grouped about stage watching MIRIAM and JILL.) CURTAIN.
ACT II. THE CHAPERON. SCENE. R. Corner of stage, platform with draped chair for model. Entrance L., C., and R., flat, window L. flat , R. C. closet with open transom. Figure in armor on stand , L. Sketches on walls. Unfinished canvas on easel. Stage C. at back, between entrance and closet, draped easel with portrait which is covered . ( Enter NORA, C.) NORA ( out of breath ).

Contains 490 words in 43 sentences using 2288 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 159 words in 21 sentences using 762 chars .

MLLE. ( rising and stepping from platform ).

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

NORA ( slowly appearing ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

NORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MLLE. ( discovering NORA).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

NORA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

NORA ( throwing aside sheet ).

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

NORA.

Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 225 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

NORA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

NORA ( aside ).

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 230 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

NORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MLLE. ( starts ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NORA.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

NORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

NORA.

Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 286 chars .

MLLE. ( tries to open door ).

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NORA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

NORA.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 182 chars .

MLLE. ( tries door, then appears at transom ).

Contains 67 words in 8 sentences using 303 chars .

( Enter JILL leading MIRIAM.) JILL.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 182 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

JILL ( goes to window, draws aside curtain ).

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JILL.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JILL ( bringing sketch to MIRIAM).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MIRIAM ( taking sketch ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JILL.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 175 chars .

JILL ( rises ).

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

JILL ( kneels beside MIRIAM, who rests hand upon her head ).

Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 202 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JILL.

Contains 62 words in 3 sentences using 307 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JILL.

Contains 120 words in 6 sentences using 596 chars .

JILL.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 347 chars .

JILL.

Contains 115 words in 9 sentences using 588 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

JILL.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

JILL.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

JILL ( covers picture, both turn away ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JILL.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

MIRIAM ( music ).

Contains 58 words in 3 sentences using 292 chars .

JILL.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

MIRIAM ( aside ).

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

JILL.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

MIRIAM ( takes envelope from pocket. Music ).

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

JILL ( calls ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 274 chars .

JILL ( calls ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MLLE. ( appears at transom ).

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 235 chars .

( Enter GILRS laughing and talking .) MOLLIE.

Contains 51 words in 7 sentences using 263 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

MOLLIE ( looking at sketches, holds up one of a dog ).

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

( Enter SUZANNE.) SUZANNE ( dramatically ).

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 191 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 208 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 39 words in 6 sentences using 189 chars .

SUZANNE ( sits in model's chair ).

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 296 chars .

SUZANNE ( with dignity ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 151 chars .

( Girls laugh .) JOYCE.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 186 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

PHYLLIS ( tries door ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MLLE. ( appears at transom ).

Contains 54 words in 6 sentences using 255 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PHYLLIS ( aside to JOYCE).

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JOYCE ( pretends to try key in lock ).

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

SUZANNE ( rising eagerly ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

PHYL.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars .

(MLLE. JEANNE shows top of head at transom .) SUZANNE.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

(MLLE. JEANNE shows face. Girls laugh .) MLLE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 212 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 246 chars .

(MLLE. leans arm upon sill and covers face with hands .) SUZANNE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

( Girls laugh .) MLLE. ( in despair ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 83 chars .

JOYCE ( opens door ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

JOYCE ( helping her ).

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

MLLE. ( appears in a state of general disorder ).

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 148 chars .

(MLLE. looks at girls — hesitates as if about to speak. Girls draw near and bow again .) GIRLS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 127 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

DAISY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 75 words in 4 sentences using 408 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 194 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 217 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 68 words in 3 sentences using 329 chars .

JOYCE ( taking her hand ).

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

JOYCE ( raising drapery and looking at portrait ).

Contains 216 words in 17 sentences using 1132 chars .

MIRIAM ( calls softly ).

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

JOYCE ( starting; does not see MIRIAM).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 299 words in 22 sentences using 1461 chars .

JOYCE ( raising papers, looks at them ).

Contains 78 words in 10 sentences using 404 chars .

( Enter MOLLIE.) MOLLIE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOYCE ( rising ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

( Enter NORA, C.) NORA.

Contains 312 words in 25 sentences using 1442 chars .

JOYCE ( runs on R.).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NORA.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

NORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

NORA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

NORA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

NORA.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

NORA.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NORA.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 170 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NORA.

Contains 57 words in 2 sentences using 261 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

NORA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

NORA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

(MISS MORONG knocks, then opens door C. and enters .) MISS M.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NORA.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

NORA.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 196 chars .

MISS M. ( starts and goes R.; NORA runs in front of her and stands before R. entrance ).

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

NORA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

NORA.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

NORA.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

NORA.

Contains 61 words in 3 sentences using 302 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NORA.

Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 138 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

NORA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

NORA.

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 294 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

NORA.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

( Enter MISS MORONG.) MISS M.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

NORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

NORA.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

NORA.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

NORA.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

NORA.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

NORA.

Contains 38 words in 1 sentence using 191 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

NORA.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars .

( Enter girls laughing, group about NORA.) JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

NORA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 152 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

NORA.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

NORA.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

NORA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

NORA.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

NORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

JOYCE ( takes model's chair ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

NORA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOYCE ( rises, looks at clock ).

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

NORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JILL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JILL ( looks about wildly ).

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JOYCE ( unfastens collar, disclosing chain and locket ).

Contains 55 words in 6 sentences using 286 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 269 words in 20 sentences using 1389 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 179 chars .

JILL ( revives and calls ).

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JILL ( looks at her ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JILL ( rises ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 102 chars .

JILL.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

JOYCE ( takes locket from her own neck ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JILL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JILL ( finds her own locket about neck, looks at it, then at JOYCE).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

JILL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

JILL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

JOYCE ( gives paper to JILL).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JILL ( reads papers, grows excited; at last reads aloud ).

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

JOYCE ( leads her to portrait, and raises drapery ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JILL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JILL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

( Enter GIRLS, laughing .) JUDITH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 90 words in 6 sentences using 452 chars .

(MIRIAM enters C.) PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

JILL.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

JILL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 244 chars .

JILL ( holds out arms to MIRIAM).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

( Tableau; MIRIAM stands L. C. pointing finger; JOYCE R. C., with JILL in her arms, who is sobbing; NORA at door C.; GIRLS grouped about stage .) CURTAIN.
ACT III. "LIKE OTHER GIRLS." SCENE. — Drawing-room at "Selbourne." Time, four o'clock in the afternoon. Room lighted for evening reception. Entrances , C., R., and L. in flat; open fire R.; arm-chair before it; candelabras on mantel, lighted. Usual drawing-room furniture. Five o'clock tea-tables, laid L. Curtain raised to music of "Dancing in the Barn;" Girls dressed in evening costumes, dancing. They continue dancing several minutes after curtain is raised . PHYLLIS ( throwing herself into arm-chair by fire ).

Contains 46 words in 1 sentence using 268 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 75 words in 3 sentences using 394 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 236 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 301 chars .

MOLLIE ( goes to PHYLLIS).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 106 words in 5 sentences using 516 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

PHYLLIS ( rising ).

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

(JOYCE enters C., roses in each hand .) JOYCE ( girls all rise ).

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE ( smelling of them ).

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 206 chars .

LILLIAN.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

( Enter MRS. D.; GIRLS go forward to meet her .) MRS. D.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 216 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

SUZANNE ( dramatically throwing back cloak ).

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

GIRLS ( applaud ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MRS. D. ( holding out hand to SUZANNE).

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. D. ( arm about PHYLLIS).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

NORA.

Contains 111 words in 7 sentences using 524 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

NORA.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 178 chars .

( Exit C.; GIRLS watch .) BARBARA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

(NORA enters .) NORA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

( Exit NORA.) MOLLIE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

( Enter JOYCE and MOLLIE.) JOYCE.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 227 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

( Enter NORA.) JOYCE.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

NORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

( Enter MLLE., C.) MLLE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOYCE ( extending hand ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MLLE. ( very much astonished ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

MOLLIE ( with chair ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(MLLE., perplexed, starts for one chair, then another; finally takes the one presented by JOYCE. GIRLS seat themselves .) JOYCE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

ANNA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MLLE. ( sitting on edge of chair nervously ).

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

( Enter NORA with tea; places it on tea-table .) NORA ( aside to JOYCE).

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

(MLLE., very nervous, takes cup in each hand . GIRLS return to table .) MLLE. ( aside ).

Contains 49 words in 5 sentences using 202 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MLLE. ( looking at her sharply ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 45 words in 7 sentences using 218 chars .

PHYLLIS ( tastes tea ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

( Enter NORA, L.) JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

NORA.

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 236 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

NORA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

NORA ( wiping eyes ).

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

NORA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

JUDITH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

(GIRLS laugh and make to door , R.) (MLLE. enters C., cautiously .) MLLE.

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 227 chars .

( Enter NORA.) NORA.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

NORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NORA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

NORA.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

NORA.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NORA.

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 240 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

NORA.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

NORA.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

NORA.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

( Enter MRS. D.) MRS. D.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MRS. D. ( eagerly ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 210 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. D. ( rises ).

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MLLE. ( rises ).

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

MRS. D. ( taking money ).

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 64 words in 3 sentences using 329 chars .

MRS. D. ( wipes eyes ).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

MRS. D. ( rises and holds out hand, which MLLE. takes ).

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 190 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

NORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

( Enter C., JOYCE with MISS MORONG.) MRS. D. ( shakes hands with MISS M.).

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 194 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 75 words in 5 sentences using 387 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 149 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 78 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

PHYLLIS. (GIRLS seated on sofa ).

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 43 words in 1 sentence using 224 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 57 words in 3 sentences using 288 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 59 words in 6 sentences using 303 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 162 chars .

GIRLS ( outside, call ).

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

JOYCE ( by fireplace; takes out envelope from pocket ).

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

JILL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOYCE ( taking JILL'S hands from eyes and holding them, looks up at JILL, who kisses her ).

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

JILL.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JILL ( kneels beside her ).

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

JILL. ( music ).

Contains 108 words in 9 sentences using 529 chars .

JOYCE ( kisses her ).

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JILL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars .

JILL.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JILL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

JILL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 247 chars .

JILL.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

( Enter NORA, who rushes across stage with teapot in hand .) JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

NORA.

Contains 141 words in 9 sentences using 659 chars .

JILL.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars .

NORA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

(JOYCE and JILL both laugh .) JOYCE.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 240 chars .

( Exeunt JOYCE, JILL, and NORA, R.; enter MRS. D., L.) MRS. D.

Contains 93 words in 6 sentences using 452 chars .

MISS M. ( comes forward ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. D. ( rising ).

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 74 words in 5 sentences using 357 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

MISS M. ( holding out hand , MRS. D. takes it ).

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 163 words in 8 sentences using 844 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

MISS M. ( rises ).

Contains 61 words in 5 sentences using 316 chars .

MRS. D. ( rising ).

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 251 chars .

MIRIAM ( music ).

Contains 90 words in 10 sentences using 438 chars .

( Enter GIRLS, laughing .) PHYLLIS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JILL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

SUZANNE ( arm about JILL).

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 240 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

(BARBARA brings tea-table forward and seats herself at one side .) PHYLLIS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Exeunt JOYCE and PHYLLIS, C.) MOLLIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

( Enter JOYCE, arm in arm with PHYLLIS.) PHYLLIS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JOYCE ( bows profusely ).

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BARBARA ( shyly ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BARBARA ( pours tea; looking up ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOYCE ( making eyes ).

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MOLLIE ( groans ).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JOYCE ( looking at MOLLIE).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PHYLLIS ( appears at door C.).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 246 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

PHYLLIS ( adjusts eyeglass ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

( Exeunt JOYCE and PHYLLIS; GIRLS applaud .) JUDITH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

SUZANNE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

PHYLLIS ( at door ).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

PHYLLIS ( bows awkwardly, starts to offer hand, then withdraws it ).

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BARBARA ( sweetly ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BARBARA ( laughing ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BARBARA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

MOLLIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

PHYLLIS ( naturally ).

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

BARBARA ( moving table to first position ).

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

JOYCE ( laughing ).

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 200 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 199 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

JOYCE ( arm about MRS. D.).

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

( Enter NORA, C.) NORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NORA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

JOYCE ( aside ).

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 111 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOYCE ( arm about MRS. D.).

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. D. ( reads, then looks wildly at MIRIAM).

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

JILL ( outside ).

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Enter JILL.) JILL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MIRIAM ( holds out arms; JILL runs into them ).

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MRS. D. ( kissing her ).

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JILL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

JILL.

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 301 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

MLLE.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( Enter GIRLS.) JOYCE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

PHYLLIS ( gives hand to MRS. D.).

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 178 chars .

MISS M.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JILL ( goes to MIRIAM).

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

JOYCE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

JILL.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

( Enter NORA.) NORA.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JILL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NORA.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

MRS. D.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MIRIAM.

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 274 chars .

PHYLLIS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

JOYCE ( with arm about JILL).

Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 278 chars .

( Tableau . MRS. D., JILL, JOYCE, and MIRIAM, C.; MISS M. in chair by mantel; MLLE. JEANNE leans on back of it; NORA at door , C.; GIRLS grouped about stage .)
CURTAIN.