The Rainbow

To My Friend,

HENRY MILLER

CAST OF CHARACTERS NEIL SUMNER EDWARD FELLOWS His friend and lawyer WILLIAM MORTIMER His friend JAMES JUDSON His friend NICHOLAS HOLLINS His racing manager BENNETT His butler JOHN CARPENTER GILMORE American Consul at Lyons RUTH SUMNER Neil's wife BETSY SUMNER His sister CYNTHIA SUMNER His daughter JANE PALMER ELSIE DAVIS THERESE, Cynthia's maid

ACT I. A room in Sumner's apartment on Riverside Drive in New York City. ACT II. A room in Sumner's home at Port Washington, L. I. ACT III. The Villa Marchese at Mentone.

THE RAINBOW

"The Rainbow" was first produced at the Liberty Theatre, New YorkCity in March 4th, 1912 with the following cast:

NEIL SUMNER Henry Miller EDWARD FELLOWS Charles Hammond NICHOLAS HOLLINS Robert Stowe Gill WILLIAM MORTIMERH Conway Wingfield JAMES JUDSON Effingham Pinto JOHN CARPENTER GILMORE Daniel Pennell BENNETT George C. Pierce RUTH SUMNER Edith Barker BETSY SUMNER Laura Hope Crews CYNTHIA SUMNER Ruth Chatterton JANE PALMER Hope Latham ELSIE DAVIS Ethel Martin THERESE Ethel Lloyd

ACT I.

SCENE: The main room in SUMNER'S apartment on Riverside Drive in New York City. It is an apartment that evidences wealth and cultivation on the part of possessor. The main entrance is through a large arch at C., hung with portieres. This opens into a spacious hallway and at back C. of the hall is seen a smaller arch and a sliding panelled door, leading into the cardroom .

A door down stage L. leads into the gray room, and a door at R. leads into NEIL'S own room. At upper R. and running a little obliquely to the back walls is a large practical double window. This is draped with a pair of rich curtains and valence. The floor is covered by a large Persian rug — leaving a good margin of the floor visible. At R. back, is a settee and at L. back, a large table. At L. facing the window opposite, is a desk and cabinet. The scene is obliqued here also. At R. and L. above doors are handsome bookcases on which are set some beautiful ornaments. Over the bookcases and table and settee at back, are hung oil paintings. The walls are tapestry covered. A smaller rug is placed before the desk at L. with a single chair in front of it. Large carved wood armchairs are R. and L. by the bookcases. A chair is below both doors R. and L. A round table is set R. of C. with chairs at side and at back. A large lamp stands behind table. On the top of the cabinet is set a bronzed statuette of a lion. The desk shows a pair of rich desk lamps lighted at rise, also handsome writing set, and a golden framed miniature is placed at lower L. of desk. The table at back is covered by a long scarf and a tray with syphon, whiskey bottle and several glasses filled with ice — which BENNETT makes up into highballs. On the wall at R. of arch are placed buttons — one of which operates the lights, and the other calls the servants. When the curtains on the window are withdrawn a box of blooming hyacinths is seen outside the window and, opposite, the suggesgestion of a neighboring house .

When the curtain rises the curtains are drawn, shutting out the moonlight. The room is dark except for the lighted lamps on the desk. A dim light is seen in the hall. The cardroom at rear is brightly lighted showing a card table with four players seated around. The hour is about three of a morning early in May, and there are many evidences of a long night of card playing that is just drawing to a close. The men are noisily finishing a rubber and the air is heavy with the smoke from their cigars and cigarettes . JUDSON is seated at back of table in his shirt-sleeves . FELLOWS is L. of table — MORTIMER R. of table and below table with his back to audience is seated NEIL SUMNER. BENNETT is seen at upper L. of the main room concocting highballs. The four players are chatting noisily until the curtain is well up .

JUDSON.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

JUDSON. ( Dealing the cards )

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 111 chars .

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 168 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JUDSON. ( Rising )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

(BENNETT carries a tray with highball glasses upon it into the room ) BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BENNETT. ( Coming out )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 60 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 78 words in 5 sentences using 354 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 2 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 277 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 165 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 45 words in 3 sentences using 211 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 64 words in 4 sentences using 290 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 192 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Glancing about rather wistfully )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

JUDSON. ( Rising )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( The players come noisily into the room . MORTIMER with score card in hand goes to the table, sits, then begins to add the score . FELLOWS follows MORTIMER to oversee the accounting. As they enter , BENNETT goes into the card room and turns off lights .) MORTIMER. ( Slaps JIMMY on shoulder )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

( Enter BENNETT from rear .) JUDSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

JUDSON. ( To MORTIMER, who has the score )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

NEIL. ( Writing )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

JUDSON. ( Counting out the cash )

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 168 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MORTIMER. ( Consulting the score )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Scooping up the cash )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

MORTIMER

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

JUDSON. ( Attempting a joke )

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 199 chars .

NEIL. ( Goes to JUDSON and puts his arm over his shoulder )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

(BENNETT appears .) BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MORTIMER. ( To NEIL)

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MORTIMER. ( With a grin )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

NEIL. ( With a whistle of gay dismay )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 34 words in 6 sentences using 163 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

JUDSON.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

JUDSON. ( In much dismay )

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 229 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 206 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 49 words in 1 sentence using 229 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 314 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 75 words in 3 sentences using 355 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 250 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Looking at the portrait )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL. ( Pleased )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 61 words in 3 sentences using 284 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL. ( With a little smile )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 98 words in 5 sentences using 537 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 79 words in 3 sentences using 427 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 157 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

( Bell rings .) FELLOWS. ( As they both rise )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

( Enter HOLLINS. He is a man of the world, clever, almost brilliant, unscrupulous, unlucky, dissatisfied, deservedly disappointed and unreasonably envious of people more happy than himself .) HOLLINS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL and FELLOWS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

NEIL and HOLLINS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Exit FELLOWS. The door slams lightly after him .) NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Sitting )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

NEIL. ( Comes down to table — gives NICK the drink )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

NEIL. ( Sits )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 77 words in 7 sentences using 376 chars .

NEIL. ( Rising )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

HOLLINS. ( His eyes dropping from the encounter )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 84 words in 8 sentences using 423 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Taking his hat from table )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

NEIL. ( With irony )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

(NEIL takes the child's photograph from his pocket and looks at it. Enter BENNETT at rear, and begins to set the room to rights .) NEIL.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Sitting by the table )

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

BENNETT. ( Resenting this remark a bit )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 217 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 160 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Rising and taking a long sealed envelope from his pocket )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

NEIL. ( Off stage )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

(BENNETT enters the bed room as BETSY SUMNER enters at C. BETSY SUMNER'S sister, is some ten years younger than he. She is rather a brisk, humorous person, kindly, but shrewd, with few illusions. Her heart is big, but it doesn't prevent her keen brain from seeing the faults of those she loves. She is fond of her brother, but tempers her fondness with strong disapproval of much that he does. She dislikes HOLLINS exceedingly, and is at little pains to conceal it .) HOLLINS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BETSY. ( Coldly )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BETSY. ( Sitting at the table )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

BETSY. ( Acidly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Mockingly )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

BETSY. ( Rising )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

BETSY. ( Pointedly )

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Seeing the point, gives himself a burlesque blow on the chin as though he had been hit hard, then reaches for his watch )

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Angry, but bowing elaborately )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BETSY. ( Tartly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

(BENNETT comes out of his master's room .) BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

( Enter NEIL at R. He is perfectly dressed in a highly becoming morning suit, is evidently just bathed and shaved and looks as fresh and debonair as you please .) NEIL. ( Goes to BETSY and kisses her hand )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

SUMNER. ( Sitting )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

NEIL. ( Attacking the grape-fruit )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 157 words in 12 sentences using 752 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL. ( Suddenly serious )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL. ( Rising and abandoning his breakfast )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 294 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 210 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

NEIL. ( Much affected )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

NEIL. ( Sobered )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

NEIL. ( Rises )

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 51 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 57 words in 3 sentences using 258 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 70 words in 6 sentences using 331 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 254 chars .

NEIL. ( In protest )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BETSY. ( Rising )

Contains 81 words in 2 sentences using 470 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

BETSY. ( Looking at her watch )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL. ( Rings bell )

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 193 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 56 words in 6 sentences using 274 chars .

BEENNETT. ( At table, placing dishes on tray )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT. ( Pleased )

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL. ( To his sister )

Contains 61 words in 6 sentences using 290 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 44 words in 6 sentences using 214 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

BETSY. ( Crossing to L.)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Looking about in disappointment )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

(BENNETT enters followed by THERESE, the French maid who speaks no English. She carries a handbag and a hat box .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BETSY. ( To the maid )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( To THERESE)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

THERESE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT. ( Starting out of his trance )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BETSY. ( Pointing R.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( In rapture )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Looking about her )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

NEIL. ( As CYNTHIA raises her head from his breast; still holding both her hands )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Shyly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

NEIL. ( Laughing it off, but clearly delighted )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning around )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Stepping back )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL. ( Smiling broadly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 28 words in 6 sentences using 129 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

SUMNER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

NEIL. ( Goes quickly to her — puts his arms around her )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Taking it off )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

NEIL. ( Taking it from her )

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

( Enter BENNETT.) BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

NEIL. ( With half a glance at BETSY)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 75 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Turning to BETSY)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

BETSY. ( Trying to get out of the hole )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 260 chars .

BETSY. ( Embarrassed )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

(NEIL comes in again .) CYNTHIA. ( Crossing to NEIL)

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

BETSY. ( Significantly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BETSY. ( Looking at NEIL)

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

NEIL. ( Remembering )

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

( Presently, laughter and gay chatter are heard in the hall and in a moment a merry group enters, attended by BENNETT. They are JANE PALMER, ELSIE DAVIS and MORTIMER. The women are expensively but loudly dressed and, like MORTIMER, who carries a pair of field-glasses in a leather case slung over his shoulder, are attired for an afternoon at the race-track. They are discussing NEIL'S attempt to get rid of them, all speaking together as they come in. It is clear that these are among the birds of prey alluded to by BETSY. Presently MORTIMER'S voice rises from the confused babble .) MORTIMER.

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 112 chars .

ELSIE.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

ELSIE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BENNETT. ( Knocks at L.)

Contains 4 words in 5 sentences using 20 chars .

NEIL. ( Evidently displeased at seeing the group )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

NEIL. ( Going towards them a little )

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 202 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( After a long, significant pause )

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Going to MRS. PALMER delightedly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

NEIL. ( Forced to introduce the others )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Brightly and much pleased )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( To NEIL)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Turning up a little — to CYNTHIA)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

NEIL. ( Shakinq his head )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

ELSIE.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

NEIL. ( Frowning )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

MRS. PALMEER.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

ELSIE.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

NEIL. ( Quietly )

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Smiling darkly )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

ELSIE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

(MORTIMER shrugs his shoulders and goes out after the women .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

( Enter BETSY at L.) CYNTHIA. ( Crossing to BETSY)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

NEIL. ( Trying to shut her up )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

BETSY. ( Insisting )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BETSY. ( With a crushing look at her brother )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Placing her arm through NEIL'S in great pride )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

BETSY. ( Acidly )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Joyously )

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 116 chars .

BETSY. ( Follows CYNTHIA with her eyes and then turns to NEIL — speaking quietly that CYNTHIA may not hear )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning away )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

THERESE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

(NEIL listens a moment, then his face brightens, his body begins to sway in time with the song. His whole manner changes into that of a big hearted boy. He takes in a deep breath as if it were the air of Spring. He goes to the window and raises it, as if to let in all the Spring joy possible. Takes his cigar case out — takes a cigar, places it in his mouth — but the taste is bad and he puts it back in the case — puts case in pocket, looking toward the room that holds his daughter and listening to her voice — still under its spell . BENNETT enters with his cap and gloves .) BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

NEIL. ( Taking hat and gloves )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 5 sentences using 32 chars .

The curtain falls .

ACT II. TIME: Three weeks later .

SCENE: A bright, cheerful room in NEIL'S home at Port Washingon, Long Island. The light is that of a fine June mid-afternoon. A door at lower L. i sthe main entrance for visitors, though one may enter through the gardens at the centre. Another door is at lower R. The door at C. is one of Colonial design large and handsome. A large French window is set R. of door at middle distance in the flat. Another French window is at L. of door. At upper L. on the side wall is another window, but this does not extend to the floor. The door at C. is open and through the door and windows, one beholds a well trimmed garden and landscape with a church steeple rising in the distance. A brick walk is seen at back with hedge rows running across stage to the path way at C. Two large garden urns filled with June flowers, joined to the hedge rows, are seen through the door. While off L. is seen a graceful pergola. The first drop behind hedge rows shows an extension of the pathway at C. leading up to a fountain flanked with flower beds. Beyond is seen the smiling sloping landscape .

The walls of the room are covered with a flowered Cretonne in which the predominant tone is a rich cream color. All the furniture in the room is white. A large old fashioned brick fireplace at R. is of dull cream colored bricks with white slabbing. The hood is covered with Cretonne like the walls. Above the fireplace under the mantel shelf is seen the inscription "East-West-Home's Best". The fireplace is banked with ferns and plants. On the mantel is set a old fashioned colonial clock, two silver photo frames, a pair of vases and a pair of candlesticks. An old fashioned chair foot rest is above mantel. A small writing desk with chair is set below mantel and above door. A small round table is set about middle R. with chairs R. and L. At R. is an armchair and another is set at L. below door. A single chair is up R. between window and door. Another chair breaks the corner at upper L. A grand piano is at upper L. just off C. A vase of June roses, a photo frame, and sheets of scattered music are on the piano. A piano bench is R. of piano. The piano is set with the keyboard screened from view of audience, that is, diagonally from R. to L. A settee is below piano on a line with the table. The doors at side are of rich mahogany. The door at C. is white with an old fashioned brass knocker attached. A jardiniere of pink flowers at R. of this door and another at L. below the window. Between the door and French windows on either side are hung oval mahogany framed portraits. French medallions are hung at R. and L. of the windows. Between window and door at L. is a large mahogany framed picture, and another large picture is on the wall at R. below the mantel. The subjects of the pictures are Colonial. Another French picture hangs on the wall below door at L. The baseboard and mouldings are done in white. The general tone of the room reveals refinement of a high degree without a touch of extravagance. The apartment is chaste but not in the least cold .

When we first see this room , FELLOWS is seated at the table with some legal papers spread before him . NEIL is at C. They are finishing an earnest conversation .

NEIL. ( Walking up and down )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 309 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 233 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 186 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 194 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 60 words in 8 sentences using 289 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Shaking his head )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 203 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

( Enter BETSY from L.) BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Turn to NEIL)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Shakes hand with BETSY)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL. ( As he takes his hat from the piano. To BETSY)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

NEIL. ( Playfully )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Contains 60 words in 4 sentences using 327 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Laughing delightedly )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BETSY. ( Rising )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Laughingly )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 131 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

( Enter BENNETT at L.) BENNETT. ( To BETSY, who receives the card he offers )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BETSY. ( She starts, conceals it from CYNTHIA)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

(BENNETT exits .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BETSY. ( Coming down C. R., with an expression of astonishment )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

(BENNETT opens the door and stands up a little allowing RUTH SUMNER to pass him, after which he exits. The women embrace effectionately .) RUTH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

BETSY. ( Puzzled )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

BETSY. ( Pained )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

RUTH. ( Beginning to show some feeling )

Contains 90 words in 6 sentences using 451 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 256 chars .

BETSY. ( Sadly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

RUTH. ( Rumaging in her handbag )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 92 words in 6 sentences using 521 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 59 words in 5 sentences using 287 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

(BENNETT enters L.) BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

RUTH. ( Astonished and looking at BETSY who has turned to look at her on the announcement and then helplessly avoids her gaze )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

BENETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

BETSY. ( To RUTH)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

RUTH. ( She goes out R.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

( Enter BENNETT and HOLLINS at L.) BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

(NEIL is seen coming on at back from off R.) HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

NEIL. ( As he comes in C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Amused )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Lays hat and gloves on table )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 30 words in 6 sentences using 142 chars .

NEIL. ( Gives it a cursory look and hands it back )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 111 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

NEIL. ( Reluctantly, by piano )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Sits at table )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

NEIL. ( Stands in front of piano )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Sarcastically )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Lighting a cigarette )

Contains 13 words in 6 sentences using 83 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars .

NEIL. ( Wearily )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 269 chars .

NEIL. ( Who actually has his hand in his pocket )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

HOLLINS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

HOLLINS. ( Going )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

(CYNTHIA runs in from off R. humming a tune. She bubbles with high spirits and the sheer joy of being alive .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Coming down R. and laying an armful of daisies on the table )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

SUMNER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 205 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 260 chars .

NEIL. ( With a sympathetic, compassionate smile )

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 283 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 58 words in 5 sentences using 283 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Taking a daisy she wears and puts it in his buttonhole and steps back, to admire it )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Holding up a warning finger to him )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

NEIL. ( Playfully )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL. ( Taking her hand )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

NEIL. ( Jarred )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Reflecting )

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

NEIL. ( A little bitterly and wishing to avoid the subject turns to go )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Quickly going to him and placing a detaining hand on his arm )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Detaining him as before )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

NEIL. ( Awkwardly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Sympathetically )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 248 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Turning back to the profile view )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 292 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Looking off L. breaks into an exclamation )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

NEIL. ( Going to her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Pointing off )

Contains 68 words in 6 sentences using 337 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 55 words in 6 sentences using 279 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Reproachfully )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

NEIL. ( Remembering with some difficulty )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

NEIL. ( Rising )

Contains 87 words in 5 sentences using 453 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Smiling a little shyly )

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

(CYNTHIA translates the song from a sheet of music .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

NEIL. ( Interrupting )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 125 words in 14 sentences using 621 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

(MRS. PALMER and MORTIMER are seen approaching at rear .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( In doorway )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Clearly pleased )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 66 words in 8 sentences using 319 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 50 words in 5 sentences using 241 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

MORTIMER.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 55 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

NEIL. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 197 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Gives MRS. PALMER her hand, then turns to her father )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Turning in the doorway )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Bitterly )

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Cynically )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

NEIL. ( Reproachfully )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Her elbow resting on table, she raises her hand and, wearily resting her head, says bitterly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( In anguish )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

MRS. PALMER. ( Wearily )

Contains 90 words in 8 sentences using 418 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 249 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 52 words in 6 sentences using 240 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars .

NEIL. ( Awkwardly )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 109 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

(BETSY opens the door at R. RUTH stands just behind her .) BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

NEIL. ( Turns )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

RUTH. ( Coldly )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BETSY. ( Coldly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. PALMER.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars .

RUTH. ( As BETSY closes the door by which they entered )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

(MRS. PALMER goes out of sight along verandah and NEIL comes back. ) NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

BETSY. ( Opening door at L.)

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 57 chars .

NEIL. ( Stiffly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

NEIL. ( Rising )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

RUTH. ( Slowly and determinedly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

RUTH. ( Rising )

Contains 61 words in 6 sentences using 309 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

RUTH. ( Turning to him )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

RUTH. ( Producing clipping which she carries tucked in her glove )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL. ( Giving it a glance )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

RUTH. ( Facing him — evading an answer )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 208 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

RUTH. ( Turning to him )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL. ( Determined she shall understand )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

RUTH. ( Determined not to listen )

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

RUTH. ( With great deliberation )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

NEIL. ( Bitterly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 127 chars .

NEIL. ( Coming down )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

RUTH. ( With an accent of finality )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

NEIL. ( With a sudden burst of defiance )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

RUTH. ( Has a momentary impulse to yield but instantly hardens )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning away )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 11 words in 5 sentences using 60 chars .

NEIL. ( Dumbly, with his back to her )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

NEIL. ( Suffering dumbly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning to BETSY — after a pause )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

BETSY. ( Softly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

BETSY. ( Following him with her eyes )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

( Enter BENNETT at L.) BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

BETSY. ( Anxiously )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

NEIL. ( Interrupting )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

NEIL. ( Taking BETSY'S hand in his )

Contains 82 words in 12 sentences using 362 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 178 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 90 words in 7 sentences using 440 chars .

BETSY. ( Much affected, goes up and closes the C. door )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

NEIL. ( Sits on settee )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BETSY. ( Coming down to NEIL — placing her hand on his shoulder in gentle sympathy )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars .

BETSY. ( After a pause, goes to the door at L. and turns to NEIL)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

NEIL. ( With his back to audience )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

(BENNETT enters leaving door opened, and crosses up to C. opening that door. He carries a handbag and is followed by THERESE. As she reaches the C. door CYNTHIA enters and stands by door at L.) CYNTHIA. ( To THERESE, in French )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

THERESE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Drops a small wrist bag on the settee then goes over to NEIL)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

NEIL. ( Has turned away from her to conceal from her any evidence of his grief )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Smiling brightly )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

NEIL. ( Trying to adopt her own cheery attitude )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

( She drops her well-beloved, sunny head upon his breast .) NEIL. ( A little thickly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL. ( With double meaning )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Wistfully and after a pause — taking a step back )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

NEIL. ( With irony and turning his head away )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

NEIL. ( Unable to resist her appeal )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 74 words in 8 sentences using 342 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Seizing the lapel of his coat and shaking a monitory finger at him )

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 227 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( A pause of puzzlement )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning away and almost breaking )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( After a brief pause )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Goes to him quickly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL. ( Pulling himself together and laughs bravely through his tears )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

NEIL. ( In anguishh, averting his face that she may not see his tears and gently forcing her back )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 47 chars .

NEIL. ( Brokenly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Breaking from him )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

NEIL. ( With a show of laughter )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

NEIL. ( Almost choking over the words )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Sitting on settee )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

NEIL. ( Quickly going to her and lifting her to her feet )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

Curtain slowly falls .

ACT III.

SCENE: The Villa Marchese at Mentone .

The scene is laid on a bluff overlooking the Riviers, showing the river and coast line running up and off L. The house is set at R. and a little below middle stage distance. It is approached by two steps leading to platform and two steps on R. of platform leading into the door of house. The house is backed by a large pergola running from stage R. C. to behind house and off R. Opposite at L. stage on lower side of house is set a smaller pergola leading off L. Behind this pergola running to L. of C. is part of stone wall. Behind this running from stone wall of pergola and off to L. is another stone wall. Over this wall is seen the top of some poplar trees. A stone bench is set at L. of platform to house, and at C. a table with three chairs. At L. in front of pergola is set a wooden bench. The furniture is of the prevailing garden styles, green in color. A sofa pillow is on lower steps at L on which BETSY sits, and a work basket is on table. Some letters are on stone bench for BETSY to open. The chair R. of table is a large arm-chair with a smaller arm-chair at back of table. Potted plants are set around the stage at appropriate places. The time is a little later than mid-afternoon and mellow sunlight floods the scene .

At rise CYNTHIA, BETSY and RUTH are on stage , CYNTHIA at back looking off R. RUTH seated R. of table and busy on some embroidery . BETSY seated R. on the steps engaged with some letters .

BETSY.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

BETSY. ( Also looking cautiously at CYNTHIA)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 189 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

RUTH. ( Rising )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BETSY. ( Going to RUTH)

Contains 49 words in 1 sentence using 226 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

( Pause broken by CYNTHIA who comes down to them .) CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 203 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 181 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 155 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

(NED FELLOWS enters from house at R.) FELLOWS.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Crossing to CYNTHIA)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Going up C.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Sitting behind table )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Scenting trouble )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

FELLOWS. ( In great dismay )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Rising in confusion )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

RUTH. ( Looking at him )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Floundering helplessly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Sitting behind table )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

RUTH and BETSY. ( Rising )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Rising )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

RUTH. ( Very much affected )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Quickly, realizing the effect of his abruptness )

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 193 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 64 words in 3 sentences using 333 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 204 chars .

BETSY. ( Pleadingly )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

RUTH. ( After hesitating )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Greatly relieved )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars .

BETSY. ( Quietly, as RUTH is going off, turning to NED)

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 184 chars .

BETSY. ( Greatly surprised )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

BETSY. ( Decisively )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Turning in surprise )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 64 words in 4 sentences using 290 chars .

FELLOWS. ( After a moment's hesitation )

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars .

RUTH. ( In the distance )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RUTH. ( Coming nearer )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

FELLOWS. (C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Eagerly, pushing BETSY forward )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY. ( Pushing FELLOWS forward )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

RUTH. ( Rising. Thinking she is about to hear a sentimental confidence )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 122 chars .

FELLOWS ( Dumfounded )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY. ( Much amused and laughing )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Turns to BETSY, suddenly seeing the point and breaking into a laugh )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

RUTH. ( Turning from her )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BETSY. ( Placing her arm around her )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

RUTH. ( Pleadingly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

RUTH. ( Greatly surprised )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

(FELLOWS rises and turns disgustedly .) FELLOWS. ( Under his breath )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RUTH. ( Mistaking FELLOWS' attitude to be one of sympathy )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

BETSY. ( Rises )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

RUTH. ( Turning to FELLOWS)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

RUTH. ( A step to BETSY)

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

RUTH. (FELLOWS turns away with a gesture of assent )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

( Enter THERESE, standing up by the door, and GILMORE who comes immediately down the steps .) THERESE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Taking out his watch )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

GILMORE. ( Seated )

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 171 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

FELLOWS and BETSY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

(SUMNER appears in doorway — and is first seen by FELLOWS.) FELLOWS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BETSY. ( Rising joyfully )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 109 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

NEIL. ( Surprised )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 92 words in 6 sentences using 521 chars .

NEIL. ( Smiling )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 111 words in 5 sentences using 623 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 229 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

BETSY. ( Triumphantly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

GILMORE.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars .

(CYNTHIA enters at rear, running down to NEIL.) CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

FELLOWS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 116 chars .

BETSY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FELLOWS. ( Going )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

NEIL. ( His arms again about her )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( She realizes at once the pity of his position. A new wave of tenderness sweeps over her. She looks towards the house and then turns back to NEIL)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

NEIL. ( Sitting opposite to her )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

(SUMNER, sharply stricken, rises and turns away .) NEIL. ( Thickly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Rising )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEIL. ( Turns to her )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Very shyly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

NEIL. ( He raises his head slowly then, placing his hand under her chin raising her face gently )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Anxiouly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

NEIL. ( After a pause )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 181 chars .

NEIL. ( Turning to her )

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Breaking away delightedly )

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Goes up and looks off along the shore line )

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

NEIL. ( Playfully )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Turning to him, reproachfully )

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 23 words in 7 sentences using 109 chars .

RUTH. ( Tenderly )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

NEIL. ( As she goes )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

RUTH. ( Sitting )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

NEIL. ( Sitting L. of table )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 132 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 188 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 201 chars .

RUTH. ( Turning from him )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 315 words in 21 sentences using 1593 chars .

RUTH. ( Rising, much affected )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

NEIL. ( Rising also )

Contains 143 words in 11 sentences using 674 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Turning to her mother )

Contains 40 words in 9 sentences using 176 chars .

RUTH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

NEIL.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 125 chars .

The final curtain falls .