Nancy and Company

THE FIRM. Original Cast at Daly's Theatre , 1886. MR. EBENEZER GRIFFING: a Caution and a Warning to Parents and Guardians MR. JAMES LEWIS KEIFE O'KEIFE, ESQ., in thrall to the "Griffing," as well as to his fair Niece MR. JOHN DREW CAPTAIN PAUL RENSELLER, U.S.A., laying siege to the "Griffing's" daughter, and to the "Griffing" himself MR. OTIS SKINNER YOUNG MR. SIKES STOCKSLOW: a "Lamb" from the Street MR. GEORGE PARKES TIPPY BRASHER: a well-managed husband MR. WILLIAM GILBERT JULIUS: a bell-boy at the Windsor MR. JOHN WOOD MRS. HULDAH DANGERY: a species of "Safety Deposit Company" for a valuable Niece MRS. G. H. GILBERT ORIANA: her Daughter and his Niece MISS VIRGINIA DREHER DAISY GRIFFING: his Daughter and her Niece MISS EDITH KINGDON BETSY: the "new girl" at Griffing's MISS MAY IRWIN NANCY BRASHER MISS ADA REHAN

The action of the piece is comprised within eleven hours.

ACT I. — NOON! The Scent of the Jessamine! ACT II. — AFTERNOON! The Firm of NANCY & CO. gets into Hot Water. ACT III. — EVENING! Several People are made to "Toe" the Mark. ACT IV. — MIDNIGHT! Love's labor's won exactly as you like it, and all's well that ends well after The Tempest.

ACT I.

SCENE: — Reception room at GRIFFING'S. Arch L. C. for general entrance. A window down L., above it a door leading to DAISY'S room; at R. down stage, a door leading to O'KEIFE'S room; at R. C. up stage an arch leading to GRIFFING'S apartments; a mantel and fireplace , C. In C. a table, sofa at R., and easy-chairs at L.; an air of luxury about everything .

The curtain rises to a lively air ( Bou'ld Sojer Boy ). Doorbell is heard to ring . BETSY crosses at back from R. C. to L. C., and presently re-enters followed by CAPTAIN RENSELLER.

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Griffing . A very excitable man; constantly moving; full of sarcastic humor; at present his tone denotes inward anger, although he speaks very politely

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Griffing . Evading the shake

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Captain . Admiringly

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Griffing . Artfully

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Captain . Eying him through his glass

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Captain . Rising

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Betsy . Entering , L. C.]

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Griffing . Gruffly

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Betsy . Hesitating, astonished

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Griffing . Beckons her to him. She steps back timidly

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Betsy . Blubbers

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Griffin . Laughs

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Betsy . Aside

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Daisy . Entering L. D., with Betsy

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Betsy . Excited, makes a bolt toward him

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Daisy . Pouting, looking round

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Daisy . Pleased

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Daisy . Pettishly

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Daisy . Romantically

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Daisy . Half crying

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Daisy . Rising

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Keife O'Keife . A rather elegant gentleman, enters on tip-toe from R.]

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Keife . Illumined

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Daisy . Wonderingly

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Daisy . Laughing

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Griffing . Enters from above , R.]

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Keife . Hesitating, rises

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Keife . Hurt

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Keife . Mild surprise

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Keife . Looks at him

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Keife . Frankly

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Griffing . Digs him in the side

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Griffing . Eyes him

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Betsy . Enters , L. C.]

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Young Stockslow . Enters , L. C. He is a blasé young man, dressed in exaggerated fashion

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Stockslow . Sits R. of table

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Griffing . Sits on sofa , R.]

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BETSY announcing , L. C. Betsy .

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Betsy . Stoutly

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CAPTAIN enters , L. C. Captain .

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Griffing . Testily

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Griffing . Meditatively

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O'KEIFE enters from R. D. O'Keife .

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Griffing . Who has been eying both

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O'Keife . Assuming surprise

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Keife . Opens his arms

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Captain . Aside

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Keife . Same

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Captain . Pretending to wipe his eyes

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Stockslow . Examining himself in glass

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DAISY re-enters timidly from L. D. Daisy . Sees STOCKSLOW, and aside, pettishly

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Stockslow . He bows to her. She turns her back on him. He regards her. Aside

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Daisy . Aside. Her back to him

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Stockslow . Following her as she retreats gradually to L.]

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Stockslow . Titters

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O'Keife . Is heard declaiming inside

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Daisy . Calling off

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O'Keife . Inside

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Captain . Steals to door

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O'Keife . Inside

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Daisy . Whispering

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O'Keife . Inside

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CAPTAIN reappears and closes door after him . Captain .

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Daisy . To STOCKSLOW, who has watched her operations in astonishment

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Captain . Very polite

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Captain . Bows

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Stockslow . Bows, tries to take his hand

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Stockslow . Shaking hands

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Keife . Declaiming, inside

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Keife . Enters, finishing his declamation

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Griffing . Takes the book

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Griffing . Giving book back

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Keife . Crosses , L.]

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Daisy . Entering , L. D.]

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Griffing . Alarmed

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Daisy . Crosses , R.]

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Daisy . Indignant

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Griffing . [L.]

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Betsy . Outside , L. C.]

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Griffing . Angrily

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Oriana . In elegant street-dress appears , L. C., and embraces DAISY.]

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Mrs. Dangery . A hearty, gentle old lady, enters

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Daisy . To KEIFE and ORIANA.]

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Keife . Opening his arms

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Griffing . Goes up and steps between them

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Oriana . Down L. C.]

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Mrs. Dangery . Crosses to O'KEIFE.]

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Oriana . Laughs

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Keife . Crosses , C.]

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Griffing . Preventing their meeting

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Keife . To ORIANA.]

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Keife . Mock resignation, to GRIFFING.]

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Griffing . Crosses to DAISY.]

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Daisy . Crosses to ORIANA.]

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Mrs. Dangery . Sits R. of table

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Griffing . Sits on sofa

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Betsy . Enters , L. C., with card

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Griffing . Reads card

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TIPPY BRASHER enters, well dressed, impulsive, yet shy — a quick, nervous manner, yet thoroughly gentlemanly . Griffing .

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Brasher . After glancing all around timidly, gets to him excitedly — grasps both his hands, and says tremblingly

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Brasher . Takes both GRIFFING'S hands, then sinks on the sofa

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Brasher . Starting up

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Brasher . Controls himself with an effort

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Brasher . Rises and pulls a half-burnt envelope out of his pocket

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Griffing . Turns over the envelope

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Brasher . Stops

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Griffing . Glasses on

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Brasher . Sinks into chair

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Betsy . After they are well off, enters cautiously , L. C., looks round, then goes on tip-toe to O'KEIFE'S room, and knocks

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Betsy . Significantly

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Nancy . Aside

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Nancy .

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O'Keife . Aside

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Keife .

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Nancy . Sits R. of table, mysteriously

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

Keife . Drawing his chair back

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Nancy . Drawing nearer

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

Keife . Drawing farther away

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 84 words in 5 sentences using 473 chars .

Keife . Drawing back

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Nancy . After looking round cautiously — then drawing her chair closer

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Keife . Starting up, crosses , L.]

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Nancy . Getting excited by degrees

Contains 197 words in 12 sentences using 934 chars .

Keife . Crosses , R.]

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

Keife .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Nancy . Alarmed

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Brasher . Outside

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Griffing . Outside

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Brasher . Outside

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Nancy . Approaches door

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

Keife .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

Keife . Crosses , R., avoiding her, walks round chair, she following him

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

Keife . Crosses , L., dodging round table

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Brasher . Outside

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Griffing . Outside

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Nancy . Starts

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

Keife . Crosses , R., drops into chair , R. C.]

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 33 chars .

Brasher . Enters , R., excitedly

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Griffing . Sniffs, turning round to R.]

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing . Suddenly exultant

Contains 12 words in 5 sentences using 57 chars .

Brasher . Crosses , R.]

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 93 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT II.

SCENE. — Parlor No. 117, Windsor Hotel. The door C. leads to the corridor. Doors R. and L. lead off into other rooms, though there are bolts on both. The bolt on the door L. is drawn; the door R. is closed, and a handsome sofa partly covers it. Cabinets and other articles of furniture about the apartment. Pictures on the walls. Divan and table , C. ; easy-chairs , R.

At rise of curtain the stage is deserted. After a short pause knocking is heard softly at door L. It is repeated two or three times. At last the door opens a little, and ORIANA puts in her head .

Oriana .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Daisy . Enters after her. She is in street-dress

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

Daisy . Crosses up to door C. ORIANA gets to L.]

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 53 words in 3 sentences using 298 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Daisy . Holding her back

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Daisy . Sighs

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Daisy . Sighs

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Oriana . Looking for the things

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Daisy . Sighs, turns a little away

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Daisy . Another step away

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

Daisy . Rattling off

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

Oriana . [L.]

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 255 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 133 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

Oriana . Alarmed

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Outside

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Crosses , C.]

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 107 chars .

Daisy . Crosses , C.]

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

Daisy . To ORIANA, who stands lost in thought

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Oriana . Embracing her

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

The stage remains empty for a moment. Then a key is heard grating in the lock of C. door; the door opens; then NANCY and O'KEIFE enter. The latter reels in, almost crushed in spirits . NANCY takes the key out of the lock, inserts it on the inside, closes and locks the door . O'KEIFE staggers down to divan, and sinks on it, laying the white hat on table , C., as he passes down . NANCY lays aside her wrap and hat, and confronts O'KEIFE. Nancy . On entering

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

O'Keife . On divan

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

Nancy . [R.]

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

Keife .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

Keife . On divan

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

Keife . Resolutely, rising

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Keife .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Keife .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Nancy . Laughs

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Keife .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Nancy . Thoughtfully

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Keife .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Keife .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Nancy . Fiercely

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Nancy . Sits beside him, takes his hand, and strokes it

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Keife . [R.]

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Nancy . Strokes his hand

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Keife .

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Nancy . Takes his hand again

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 221 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Nancy . Retaining his hand

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Keife .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Nancy . Greatly delighted, and forgetting her fear

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

Keife . Growing enthusiastic, and also forgetting his fears

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Keife .

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars .

Nancy . Clasps her hands

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars .

Keife .

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Keife .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

Keife .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

Keife .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

Keife .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars .

Keife . Drawing his hand away

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

Nancy . Laughing

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Keife .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

Keife .

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars .

Keife . Smilingly

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Nancy . Softly

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Keife . Whispering

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Nancy . Same

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Keife . Same

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Keife . Staggering back

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

Brasher . Outside

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Nancy . Staggers back, and faintly

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Keife . In alarm sinks on divan

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Brasher . Outside

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Keife . Low, stopping her as she gets near C. D.]

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

Nancy . Motions KEIFE to be silent, then

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Brasher . Angrily

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BRASHER rushes madly in, leaving a black hat which he wears on chair near door. Looks about in all corners, and then confronts NANCY, breathing heavily . Nancy . Very defiant

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Brasher . [R.]

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Nancy . Same

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Nancy . Calm

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Brasher . Shows her the envelope

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

Brasher . Calming himself

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Nancy . After pause, turns on him

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 43 words in 8 sentences using 227 chars .

Nancy . Goes to table, pours out a goblet of water, and offers it to him

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

Brasher . Puts glass on table

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 72 words in 9 sentences using 346 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 53 words in 9 sentences using 259 chars .

Brasher . Half won over, tenderly

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Nancy . Crying

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 196 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 82 chars .

Nancy . Tenderly, her arm over his neck

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 176 chars .

Brasher . Catches her head, in ecstasy

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 108 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Brasher . Advances to her

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 56 words in 6 sentences using 297 chars .

Brasher . Rises, crosses , R.]

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Brasher . Crossing , L.]

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars .

Nancy . Kissing him

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Brasher . Resigned

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Brasher . In fury, showing hat

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Nancy . Aside

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 168 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Brasher . Getting round to L.]

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Nancy . Terrified

Contains 65 words in 11 sentences using 333 chars .

Brasher . Controlling himself with an effort

Contains 67 words in 5 sentences using 295 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Keife . Rushes in violently from L. D., and stands against it

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Keife .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Keife .

Contains 54 words in 2 sentences using 251 chars .

Nancy . Astonished

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Keife .

Contains 42 words in 5 sentences using 236 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Keife . Going , C.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Keife .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Keife .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Keife . After assisting her

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Nancy . After unbolting the door

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Keife .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

Stockslow . From the other side of the door

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Stockslow . Inside, titters

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Stockslow . Inside

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Stockslow . Enters , R. D.]

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Keife . Aside

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Nancy . To KEIFE.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Keife . Puzzled

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

Stockslow . Crossing , C.]

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 241 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

Nancy . Aside

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Keife . Aside, down R.]

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

Keife . Furious

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Stockslow . To NANCY.]

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Keife .

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 187 chars .

Nancy . Closing the door

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 169 chars .

Nancy . Pretending not to hear, crosses , C.]

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Daisy . Aside

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Enters , L., followed by GRIFFING.]

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

Griffing . Crosses , C.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Nancy . Aside, crossing , R.]

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 130 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 101 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Nancy . Quickly

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

Nancy . Laughing

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Oriana . Aside

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Waiter . Knocks at door, enters from L. D., with a card on a salver

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Takes card

Contains 21 words in 9 sentences using 114 chars .

Daisy . To ORIANA, as they go off

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Griffing . Closing the door after them, laughing, and then facing NANCY.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Nancy . Straightens herself up , R.]

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Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Nancy . Smiling ].

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Griffing . Aside

Contains 48 words in 8 sentences using 223 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 156 chars .

Nancy . Aside

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 27 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 298 chars .

Nancy . Pretending deep emotion

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 131 chars .

Nancy . Pretends overwhelming joy and takes his hands in hers

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Nancy . Drawing off

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 151 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Nancy . Aside

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

Nancy . Eyes lowered

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Nancy . Same

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 100 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Nancy . As before

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Griffing . Excited

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Griffing . Slaps his chest

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Griffing . Appalled

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Nancy . Seizing his wrist

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Griffing . Staggered

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Nancy . Laughing

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

Griffing . Aside , R.]

Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 114 chars .

Nancy . Sternly

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Enters L. D., followed by ORIANA and DAISY.]

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Griffing . Aside

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Captain . Entering from L. C.]

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Daisy . In delight

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Griffing . Angrily

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Captain .

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 249 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Nancy . Bows

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Griffing . To DAISY and ORIANA, aside

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Captain . To NANCY.]

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Nancy . Not heeding

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

Oriana . Aside to GRIFFING.]

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Runs to her

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Nancy . Also running to her

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Oriana . Convulsively

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Nancy . Runs ahead

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Daisy . Going L.]

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Captain . Following round table

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Captain . Turning back at door

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Captain .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Captain .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Captain .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Daisy . Whispers, same

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Griffing . Crosses , C.]

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

Captain .

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 212 chars .

Griffing . Steps between them

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

Daisy . Hesitating while changing the letters

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 132 chars .

Captain . As he looks at the letter, and pockets it

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

Captain .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Griffing . Points to door , C.]

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Captain .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Captain .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Captain . Outside

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Griffing . Outside

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

Enter ORIANA and NANCY, L. D. Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Oriana . Excited

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Oriana . [L.]

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 216 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Nancy . Proudly

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Nancy . Confused

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

Nancy . Decided

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 5 words in 4 sentences using 26 chars .

O'Keife .

Contains 17 words in 6 sentences using 95 chars .

Oriana . At first speechless, then with growing agitation

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

Keife . One step forward

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Oriana . Recoiling

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 234 chars .

Keife . About to follow

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

Griffing . Appears in doorway , R., slamming door after him, crosses to KEIFE.]

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 150 chars .

Keife . Exploding

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

Keife . Going , C., and utterly dejected

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Keife .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Keife .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Griffing . Bursts out laughing, on divan

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

Keife .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Nancy . [R.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Griffing . [L.]

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Brasher . Grasping the register

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT III.

The same scene at Act I. Time, evening. Lamp lit on table , C. Not quite half dark. In front of table a large valise open. Several book and pamphlets and rolls of MSS. on the table, and on the floor near it. On the easy-chair are some articles of O'KEIFE'S clothing and a large travelling rug of fur or plaid. On sofa , R., is his heavy ulster . O'KEIFE'S hat on the table .

O'KEIFE is discovered packing books, etc., in his valise, at C.

O'Keife . Scratching his head, after a glance round, while on his knees

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Griffing . Enters from R. C., with an open letter in his hand; stands a moment, contemplating O'KEIFE.]

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 43 chars .

O'Keife .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

O'Keife .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Keife .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

Keife . Getting up

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Keife . With a sneer

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

Keife .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

Keife . Angry, rising

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 205 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

Keife .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Griffing . Goes to arch , R., and calls off

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

Keife .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Oriana . Very reserved , L].

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

Keife . Crosses , C., gently pushing GRIFFING aside; GRIFFING, staggering, falls on the sofa

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars .

Griffing . Crosses , C., to interrupt

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Oriana . To GRIFFING, seriously

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Griffing . Testily

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Oriana . To KEIFE.]

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Keife . Tenderly and entreating

Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 270 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Keife .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Keife .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Griffing . As before

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Keife . As before

Contains 101 words in 5 sentences using 512 chars .

Oriana . Has stood with head averted, now turns to him

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Keife .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

Griffing . Comes between them, poker in hand

Contains 39 words in 6 sentences using 189 chars .

Keife . To ORIANA.]

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Oriana . Calmly

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Griffing . Working himself up to fury

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 257 chars .

Keife .

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

Griffing . Coughs

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 175 chars .

Keife . Calling after and crossing

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Betsy . Enters , C.; makes a bolt toward Griffing

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

Keife . To GRIFFING, R.]

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

Keife .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Griffing . Sits L. of table

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

Keife .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Keife .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Keife .

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Keife .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Keife . Crosses , C., to GRIFFING.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Keife .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Keife .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 153 chars .

Stockslow . Scared, then titters

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Griffing . To KEIFE.]

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 160 chars .

Keife .

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 200 chars .

Captain . Enters , L. C., after looking in

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Keife .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Daisy . Enters quickly and softly , L. D.]

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Captain . Opens his arms

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Daisy . Bashfully

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Captain .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Captain . Holding DAISY'S hand

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars .

Keife . Taking his hat

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Captain .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Daisy . To KEIFE, bringing him down R.]

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

Keife .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

Captain . To DAISY.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Captain .

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Captain .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Captain .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

Daisy . In fear

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Captain .

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

Daisy . Delighted

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

Captain .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

Daisy . Looks at KEIFE.] Keife .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

Captain . Embracing DAISY, and turning her to his L.]

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Captain .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Captain .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Captain .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

Captain .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Keife . Head in valise

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars .

Captain .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Captain .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Captain .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Captain .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Keife . [C.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Nancy . Enters , L. C.]

Contains 5 words in 4 sentences using 25 chars .

Keife . Staggered

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 17 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Keife .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

Nancy . Following him , L.]

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

Keife .

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 6 sentences using 58 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

Keife .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars .

Keife .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Keife .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Nancy . Following him, stops

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Keife .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

Keife .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

Keife . Entreating

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Griffing . Enters , R. C.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Keife . Taking his hat from C.]

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Keife .

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 98 words in 18 sentences using 458 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Captain .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

Captain .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 4 sentences using 25 chars .

Captain .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Captain . Offers his hand

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Captain .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Griffing . On tip-toe

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Oriana . Whispering

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 19 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Captain .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Captain . As both rise

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

Griffing . Gasping

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Captain . Gets to C.]

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Oriana . Crosses , L.]

Contains 31 words in 7 sentences using 164 chars .

Griffing . Getting round table

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

Captain .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

Betsy . Enters , L., with a lighted lamp

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Griffing . Looking at CAPTAIN'S feet

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

Betsy . Comes to GRIFFING, R. C., with a photograph

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 176 chars .

Griffing Confused

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Captain Laughing

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

Betsy . [R.]

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Griffing . Crosses , L.]

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

Captain .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Griffing . Seated , L. of table

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Captain .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Captain .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Betsy . Has fixed the lamp, and now lifts the corner of the cloak as if to fold it — discovers NANCY.]

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

Griffing . Crosses , R.]

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Griffing . Speaking after her

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Captain .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Griffing . Looks at chair , R., and sees NANCY'S foot again

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Captain .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 161 chars .

Captain .

Contains 40 words in 6 sentences using 203 chars .

Griffing . Cunningly

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

Captain .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Griffing . Turning half away

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Captain . Clasping his shoulder

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Captain .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

Captain . Violently embracing his back

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Nancy . Peeps, and sees him off; then rises

Contains 20 words in 7 sentences using 109 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 172 words in 31 sentences using 824 chars .

Griffing . Outside

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Outside

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

Griffing . Outside

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Enters , L. D., with GRIFFING, followed by ORIANA and DAISY; in a whisper to him

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Removes cloak and discovers BRASHER.]

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Brasher . Rising, gruffly

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Griffing . To BRASHER, furious

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Brasher . Rising

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Griffing . Crosses to him soothingly

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Brasher . Gloomily

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Griffing . To ORIANA, triumphantly, crossing from one to another

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

Brasher . Crosses to ORIANA.]

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Oriana .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Keife . Half aside

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Keife .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Keife .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . As the clock commences to strike

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

O'Keife .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Oriana and Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Nancy . Steps from behind the curtain

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

All .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Nancy . Passing in front and up

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

BUSY TABLEAU AS CURTAIN FALLS.

ACT IV. SCENE. — Same as last. Midnight. Just as the curtain is about to rise, the music becomes a tremolo, and a clock distinctly strikes the hour of twelve. Lighted lamp discovered on centre table . After this , BETSY enters , L. C., followed by CAPTAIN RENSELLER, who deposits his hat and coat on a chair . Captain .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Captain .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Captain .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Betsy .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Captain .

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 34 chars .

Captain . To KEIFE.]

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Keife . Finger to lips

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Captain .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Keife .

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Keife .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Nancy . Taking her hands from her eyes, showing traces of weeping

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Nancy . As if to herself

Contains 432 words in 43 sentences using 2222 chars .

Keife . Gently

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

Nancy . Rising and giving KEIFE her hand

Contains 125 words in 22 sentences using 599 chars .

Captain . To O'KEIFE.]

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 242 chars .

Keife . Not heeding

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

Captain . With a shrug

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Keife .

Contains 24 words in 7 sentences using 121 chars .

Griffing . Very gruffly

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Keife .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

Griffing . Ill-humoredly

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars .

Keife . Inside

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 63 words in 9 sentences using 305 chars .

Captain .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

Captain .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Griffing . Sits , L. C.]

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

Captain .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

Captain .

Contains 53 words in 7 sentences using 281 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 297 chars .

Stockslow . Outside

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Captain . Outside

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing . Listening

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Stockslow . Outside

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Stockslow . To GRIFFING.]

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 214 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 134 chars .

Captain . Crosses , C.]

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

Captain . To GRIFFING.]

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Griffing . In a temper

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Captain .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

Griffing . Furious

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Betsy . Giving GRIFFING a photograph

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Captain . Takes him by both hands

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Captain .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Griffing . Crosses to STOCKSLOW.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 178 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Daisy . Entering , L. C.]

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Captain .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Stockslow . To CAPTAIN.]

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Captain .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Stockslow .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Captain .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Mrs. Dangery . Crosses to R. C.]

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

Mrs. Dangery, Captain, and Griffing . Together

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Daisy .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Captain .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

Betsy . Applauds vigorously

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 40 chars .

Captain and Daisy .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Mrs. Dangery .

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

Brasher . Showing his head

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 73 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Brasher . [L. of NANCY.]

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 124 chars .

Keife .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Keife .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Keife .

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

Griffing .

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

All .

Contains 3 words in 4 sentences using 18 chars .

Brasher .

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 14 chars .

Nancy .

Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 250 chars .

Keife .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CURTAIN.