Too Much Johnson

ACT I

SCENE. — Saloon of steamer — staircase in 3 a little R. of C. and obliqued considerably down stage from L. to R. entrances at top of staircase from R. and L. Passageway off right of staircase. Passageway off left of staircase — passageway L. 1 E. three state-rooms from passageway L. 1 E. to passageway up stage L. The two lower state-rooms only used — viz.: 70 and 72 — the latter being down stage .

PROPERTIES. — 2 small round tables — swivel steamship chair either side of each table — One table over near R. 1 E. — other table over near L. 1 E. Several newspapers and books on each table. Cabinet between stairway and passageway R. with empty medicine bottles, etc.

BEFORE RISE OF CURTAIN. — After about six bars of the introductory music, begin noise of ship leaving port, viz.: shouting of orders, wheeling about of baggage trucks — banging of trunks — drawing of chain through pulley-block — and at the same time steam whistle blowing loudly every now and again .

Continue noise, after curtain has risen, until dialogue begins.

MUSIC. — Kept up ff. until dialogue begins — then drop to pp. until FADDISH'S EXIT.

AT RISE. — STEWARD'S BOY enters from passageway up L. with steamer trunk on his shoulder. He crosses to the stateroom R. 1 E., leaves the trunk in there, comes out again and exits up staircase . FADDISH now enters from L. down stairway, and as he comes on stage looks about in all directions anxiously for someone. When FADDISH is well down L., DATHIS enters from R. alone from stairway — looks about a minute as he comes downstairs sees FADDISH and goes down to intercept him. They meet C. FADDISH tries to pass DATHIS. DATHIS prevents him .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

DATHIS. ( stopping him )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DATHIS. ( stopping him and pulling out of his pocket the top half of photo of a man's face, showing only the top of the head )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 113 chars .

FADDISH. (FADDISH watches DATHIS off in astonishment, leaving hat on his head just as placed there by DATHIS, without readjusting it )

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 299 chars .

( Exits through passageway at L. 1 E.)

( Music stops .)

(LEONORA and MACKINTOSH enter L. from stairway . LEONORA comes down first and stands at foot of stairs on L. MACKINTOSH follows down and stands at foot of stairs on R. They both stand staring motionless, looking in different directions in absent-minded way .) LEONORA. ( pause — after holding picture a moment )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( pause )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( Noise of trucks, etc., outside ) LEONORA. ( starting and looking at MACKINTOSH — turning to him )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 47 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( looking front, shaking head in absent, stunned sort of way )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

( Steam whistle blows again .) LEONORA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LEONORA. ( quickly, but rather imploringly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

(MACKINTOSH moves as if to go .) MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

LEONORA. ( stopping him )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

LEONORA. ( clutching his arms with both hands. Speaks quickly, breathlessly )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 79 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 64 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

FADDISH. ( running down stairs again )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FADDISH. ( stopping before him )

Contains 77 words in 3 sentences using 365 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 136 chars .

(PURSER crosses at top of stairs from L. to R. and speaks following speech to those in saloon as he goes across .) PURSER.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

( Exit PURSER.) FADDISH. ( excitedly — wildly )

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 41 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

FADDISH. ( hopping about with excitement — at foot of stairs )

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( change )

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

DATHIS. ( stopping MACKINTOSH)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

FADDISH. ( together )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( together )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(LEONORA regards this scene with anxiety — eyes strained wide open. Stands motionless .) DATHIS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

( Snatches off MACKINTOSH'S hat — and at the same time pulls piece of photograph from his pocket and hurriedly compares the two. Struggle, etc., going on during this, but DATHIS holds MACKINTOSH firmly .) DATHIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

( Releases MACKINTOSH. MACKINTOSH exits quickly — DATHIS down L. MACKINTOSH makes a rush up stairway, and bounds off L. DATHIS comes downstairs and stands L. watching scene .) FADDISH. ( following MACKINTOSH)

Contains 8 words in 5 sentences using 38 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

FADDISH. ( wildly on stairs )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

LEONORA. ( to R. foot of stairs, with scream )

Contains 12 words in 6 sentences using 48 chars .

FADDISH. ( upstairs — wildly )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

LEONORA. ( looking up the stairs and off to L.)

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

DATHIS. ( who has watched bus. from L., going up to stairway )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars .

LEONORA. ( looks at DATHIS)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

( Exits by passageway up L. Enter MACKINTOSH, running down stairway .) MACKINTOSH. ( seizing LEONORA'S hands )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( releasing her )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LEONORA. ( with a cry of pain )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

LEONORA. ( following him quickly — holding him )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 87 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

LEONORA. ( bus. — they both sit on bottom step but one of stairs )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

LEONORA. ( going to R.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

( Business. They exit by passageway up R.) ( Enter AUGUSTUS BILLINGS and PURSER — from passageway up L. PURSER goes quickly to cabinet over R., under staircase, taking out keys, unlocking. Looks rapidly among bottles . BILLINGS follows him up to cabinet — giving rapid glance about cabinet as he comes in. Another glance or two about over his shoulder as he stands watching PURSER; PURSER finds empty bottle. Holds it up to light and shakes — to make sure that it is empty. Shakes head. Looks at BILLINGS. BILLINGS looks at him. Slight pause . NOTE. — Endeavor to work BILLINGS on the easy, nonchalant idea, as far as possible, confident, cool, not too anxious — always confident he'll pull through all right .) PURSER.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 157 chars .

BILLINGS. ( interrupting PURSER)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

PURSER. ( who has just closed cabinet )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 70 words in 5 sentences using 319 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 112 words in 9 sentences using 575 chars .

PURSER. ( eyes sparkling )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 123 words in 8 sentences using 595 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BILLINGS. ( looks at PURSER an instant )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 174 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 80 words in 4 sentences using 417 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shaking head )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 94 words in 8 sentences using 441 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 270 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shakes head )

Contains 164 words in 10 sentences using 842 chars .

PURSER. ( after slight pause to take it in )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BILLINGS. ( coming to him again )

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 202 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shakes head )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 169 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

(PURSER begins to pull straps with force and BILLINGS braces himself and holds on to table. Enter MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON down stairway from L. They stop in astonishment on seeing the PURSER pulling BILLINGS around. The PURSER gives a strong pull, so that BILLINGS loses hold on table and is thrown around — holding on to PURSER, which leaves PURSER L. of BILLINGS when ladies scream . MRS. BILLINGS gives a sharp scream and MRS. BATTERSON at same time a screech of alarm, both starting down toward BILLINGS and PURSER, MRS. BILLINGS arriving nearest to BILLINGS. BILLINGS coolly turns and stands easily before them with perfect self possession — and no idea of concealing anything. Clothes somewhat disarranged. Takes cigar out of mouth .) BILLINGS. ( looking about to see what caused them to scream )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BILLINGS ( innocently )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BILLINGS. ( looks about innocently — sees PURSER)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BILLINGS. ( cigar bus. Wait till lights it before speaking )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS. ( to PURSER gayly )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

PURSER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

( Exit PURSER by passageway up L.) MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( turning in surprise on word mallets )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS. ( nods affirmatively )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( crossing over to him — MRS. BILLINGS retires up a little )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

( Enter PURSER'S BOY from passageway up L. He comes down to BILLINGS and offers him a large bottle .) BILLINGS. ( after looking at the boy awhile calmly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BOY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BOY.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BOY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BOY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BOY.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BILLINGS. ( interrupting )

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

BOY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

( Enter DATHIS excitedly from passageway up L. Goes quickly to R. of BILLINGS.) DATHIS. ( to BILLINGS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turning coolly to DATHIS and drawing bottle out of pocket )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

( They exit L. 1 E. expostulating ad. lib. MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS watch them off astonished .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( going up to her stateroom No. 70)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( at her door )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( at her door )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( getting overcoat from stateroom No. 72)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( looking around at her, and putting on her shawl )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 25 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 131 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( seeing letter in MRS. BILLINGS' hand )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( casually )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( looking over her shoulder )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( rises and goes to her )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( drawing letter away )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. (reads)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( nods "yes" ) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( breaking in on her )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( pause a moment, then breaks down and goes up to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

( Enter DATHIS and BILLINGS from passage up L. DATHIS comes on first holding medicine bottle and goes down R., then crosses over to L.) DATHIS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

BILLINGS. (C.)

Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

DATHIS. ( crossing to R. again )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 60 words in 2 sentences using 312 chars .

DATHIS. ( rather violently and suddenly )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars .

DATHIS. ( very emphatically )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS. ( first puts cigar in mouth .)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 19 words in 6 sentences using 90 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

DATHIS. ( kisses it out )

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

DATHIS. ( goes on with ferocity )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 240 chars .

BILLINGS. ( speaking off up stairway )

Contains 65 words in 5 sentences using 314 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( speaks outside from her stateroom )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

( She enters from her stateroom No. 70 followed by MRS. BILLINGS — and sees BILLINGS seated L. of table R. — as ladies enter DATHIS retires up a little on R. — and watches closely scene with BILLINGS and ladies .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DATHIS. ( To BILLINGS)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS ( To DATHIS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DATHIS. ( Aside to BILLINGS)

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

BILLINGS. ( Aside to DATHIS)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS. ( starts toward her — removing cap )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

DATHIS. ( coming down close to BILLINGS R. of him )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( pointing to BILLINGS' head )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

DATHIS. ( after a look, crosses to C. between BILLINGS and ladies )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 66 words in 7 sentences using 381 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( great and breathless earnestness )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

BILLINGS. ( rising and coming down R. C. with MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( leaving him and speaking as she goes to stateroom No. 72)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( standing C. looking at her — sees MRS. BILLINGS off — then turns and looks at BILLINGS, who is R. — long pause before she speaks — they stand looking at one another )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shakes head )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( drawing it away )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BILLINGS. ( resuming paper )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( rapidly — very excitedly )

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 248 chars .

BILLINGS. ( interrupting. Nonchalantly — but penetrating tone. Slight motion of hand )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

BILLINGS. ( not looking up shakes head nonchalantly )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( feeling in pocket )

Contains 28 words in 8 sentences using 161 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

BILLINGS. ( reading )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( looks at envelope again )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS. ( aside )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( at her stateroom door No. 70)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

( Enter MRS. BILLINGS from her stateroom No. 72.) MRS. BILLINGS. ( standing by her stateroom and speaking up to MRS. BATTERSON, who is at her stateroom door )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( at her stateroom door No. 70 )

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( after watching MRS. BATTERSON off turns to BILLINGS)

Contains 57 words in 6 sentences using 279 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

( Enter MACKINTOSH and LEONORA from passageway up R. Hurriedly they glance behind them as they come as if trying to elude someone . MACKINTOSH comes on first ) LEONORA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

( Enter FADDISH hurriedly down the cabin stairway. He is looking around for his daughter .) LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

(MACKINTOSH comes R. of table R. and sits . LEONORA and MACKINTOSH sit, motionless, staring blankly before them like wax figures . FADDISH sees them. He comes down L. of LEONORA.) FADDISH.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

FADDISH. ( severely )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

FADDISH. ( going to LEONORA)

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

( Enter MRS. BATTERSON from her stateroom No. 70, goes and knocks with key on MRS. BILLINGS' door No. 72.) FADDISH. ( seeing MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( when MRS. BATTERSON knocks speaks from inside )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

(MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS start toward stairway . FADDISH steps deferentially to intercept them .) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

FADDISH. ( removing hat and bowing )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

(FADDISH is up R. C., MRS. BATTERSON C., and MRS. BILLINGS L. C.) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( nearly together ) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 141 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

(MRS. BATTERSON is too proud to reply .) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON AND MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( with some pride )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BILINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

( They converse. Enter BILLINGS L. as if just risen. A pillow in one hand. He looks sick . MACKINTOSH comes down R. of LEONORA.) BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

BILLINGS. ( nodding pleasantly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( slowly and distinctly )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

BILLINGS. ( not fazed for an instant. No start or twitch or movement of eyes )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BILLINGS. ( to FADDISH — easily and pleasantly )

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 142 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 163 chars .

MR. BATTERSON., MRS. BILLINGS., FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON AND MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( looking sympathetically at LEONORA)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FADDISH. ( going up to BILLINGS on stairs )

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

BILLINGS. ( up stage — shakes head emphatically as if to settle it quick )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON AND MRS. BILLINGS. ( looking round at FADDISH with start of surprise, sotto )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shaking head and coming quickly to FADDISH then turning up again after speech )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( to FADDISH)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

BILLINGS. ( aside )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

FADDISH. ( turning to BILLINGS, who is up stage a little )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turning cheerfully to FADDISH)

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( pulling her mother around )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS. ( stepping between MRS. BATTERSON and FADDISH in the pause made by MRS. BILLINGS interruption )

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

LEONORA. ( going up to FADDISH on other side from BILLINGS and pulling around her )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

BILLINGS. ( aside )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( crossing to FADDISH and followed by MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

( Bus. MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS, talking to FADDISH, LEONORA, etc., on R.) ( Enter DATHIS quickly up L. in a very nervous state of mind, looking this way and that, and holding the photograph, etc., in his hand ) BILLINGS. ( meets DATHIS up a little in order to conduct him down L. away from others. To DATHIS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

BILLINGS. ( trying to get DATHIS away )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

DATHIS. ( suddenly breaking away )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BILLINGS. ( stopping DATHIS)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DATHIS. ( crossing in front of BILLINGS and speaking to ladies )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

BILLINGS. ( pulling DATHIS around easily )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars .

BILLINGS. ( coming suddenly between and seizing DATHIS by wrist )

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BILLINGS. ( holding DATHIS back . DATHIS struggles to free himself )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON, MRS. BILLINGS, LEONORA, FADDISH ( alarmed and starting to go R. and L. and up staircase )

Contains 8 words in 6 sentences using 38 chars .

DATHIS. ( breaking away from BILLINGS and crossing quickly to extreme R. and turning to others up stage )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON AND MRS. BILLINGS. ( all characters turn and look at DATHIS)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FADDISH, LEONORA AND MACKINTOSH. ( stopping R. and up )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

DATHIS. ( pointing to BILLINGS, who is down over L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DATHIS. ( to audience R.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

FADDISH. ( tremulous excitement. Coming down to DATHIS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DATHIS. ( turning on FADDISH and speaking right to him )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

( As curtain comes down MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON go over to BILLINGS L., DATHIS and FADDISH down R., MACKINTOSH and LEONORA up stage R. C. Music ff. ) CURTAIN

ACT II

SCENE. — Set in 3.

A room in Johnson's house on the "Columbia" Sugar and Coffee Plantation, Santiago-de-Cuba. Large opening ( representing window ) at back L. to L. C., with large awning on outside, backed by balustrade and "Cuban" landscape . ( The ground is supposed to be about 6 feet below balustrade, so back drop must be hung to convey this .)

Two small solid doors near together at back R. to R. C., backed by very rough looking interior showing plain board and rafter walls .

Opening R. 1 E. back of porch, house and landscape showing road in distance .

Opening L. 1 E. similar to opening R. 1 E. backed by rough kitchen interior .

JOGS IN SCENE. — One between opening R. 1 E. and first small door — A small jog between the two small doors and one just above opening L. 1 E.

Locks and keys on both small doors. Panel in upper R. corner of door nearest "dresser" to be fixed to be smashed in by "Johnson" in Act. III .

PROPERTIES. — Lounge over R. between opening R. 1 E. and first small door, improvised out of plain boards, padded on top with excelsior and sacking — with two ordinary rough wooden trestles for legs — large coarse white pillow on lounge — the whole to be covered with two large white fur robes .

Plain deal table over L. with common kitchen chairs on either side — clean bucket, with clean water and dipper on floor at back of table — Old common cover on table — Old kitchen dresser. Rough packing-case in front dresser and rather over to the L. side of it — small soap box in front of packing case R. side of it to step on — wicker rocking chair in window near dresser with back to the audience — small three-legged stool just below first small door and near head of lounge — tea-chest against scene below opening R. 1 E. to stand on. Large rough packing-case outside opening L. 1 E. against packing — old hamper on it — Old fashioned gun in corner above opening L. 1 E. — book shelf hung on scene between opening L. 1 E. and window — inkstand and quill pen, old cigar boxes and other rubbish on book shelf. Small mirror on scene up stage end of book shelf — large wooden pipe rack with several briar pipes and two or three clays in it, hung on scene underneath bookcase .

On dresser up C. — Large deep-toned dinner bell on L., brandy bottle with only one drink in it — and two small "poney" whiskey glasses — 12 little coffee sacks — one of them open and filled with real coffee — the others with sawdust, of course. The coffee sacks should be stood up together, neatly on R. side of "dresser" — Magazine on one of the lower shelves L. Old-fashioned powder-flask hung on R. side of dresser — All sorts of old rubbish to fill up shelves — skins of animals hung on scene — one on scene just above lounge, tacked up lightly, so that MRS. BATTERSON can tear them down easily — also skin for same purpose tacked on scene between dresser and window .

Scene decorated prettily with all sorts of tropical palms, orange, lemon, and peach branches with fruit on them — also grapes on grape-vines and any kind of tropical flowers .

Four big armfuls of tropical branches with green on them for negroes to bring on — also two large bunches of bananas tied on one of the branches for BILLINGS to pull off — Have strong string tied on stalk of banana bunches for "FREDERICK" to hang them on scene by .

DISCOVERED. — At rise:

JOHNSON'S man FREDERICK on table, which has been placed against scene below opening L. 1 E. for him to stand on ( negro moves it back into its place later .)

One negro down stage C. kneeling over some green branches on floor — another negro over R. up stage watching proceeding — Negro on floor is sorting out branches to hang on walls . FREDERICK on table begins shouting ad. lib. before curtain rises at the two negroes who are to come on at rise from window, bringing in branches .

AT RISE. — Two negroes enter after curtain is well up from window having each an armful of green branches. — They come on slowly and stupidly and stand looking vacantly with branches in arms until FREDERICK tells them to put them down .

MUSIC. — Drops to pp. at rise and is kept up until JOHNSON enters .

FREDERICK. ( spoken on table L. before rise )

Contains 345 words in 44 sentences using 1642 chars .

( Standing over R. During scene one negro has brought table from where FREDERICK has been standing on it and placed it between the chairs L.)

( Enter JOHNSON from window, negroes and FREDERICK have their backs turned and don't see JOHNSON enter . JOHNSON stands looking at them all a minute then cracks big rawhide whip that he carries to indicate for negroes to clear out; as he cracks whip some go off R. and others L. — some sneak off quietly, others hurry . JOHNSON goes over to dresser C. and pours out drink of brandy and drinks . FREDERICK stands trembling over R. and after JOHNSON has drunk speaks very meekly, touching his hat to him — FREDERICK is only noisy to negroes; to everyone else very humble and respectful; of JOHNSON he is at all times mortally afraid .)

FREDERICK. ( after JOHNSON drinks )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOHNSON. ( gruff, hoarse tone )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

FREDERICK. ( goes quickly up to lower small door, and stands on stool nearby and starts hanging branch of fruit over door )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOHNSON. ( coming to FREDERICK at door )

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 150 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JOHNSON. ( near FREDERICK)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

(JOHNSON goes up to dresser, takes bottle and pours out all there is in it, which is only half a glass — looks at it — then turns angrily towards FREDERICK, who has got down from tea-chest, and stands trembling R.) JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOHNSON. ( looks at FREDERICK an instant )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOHNSON. ( half to himself, turning up )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

( Enter R. 1 E. a MESSENGER from the city .) MESSENGER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOHNSON. ( to FREDERICK harshly )

Contains 53 words in 8 sentences using 267 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOHNSON. ( stopping. Holding out hand )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MESSENGER. ( hesitating )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

JOHNSON. ( burst of anger )

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 122 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MESSENGER. ( alarmed at JOHNSON'S savage tone )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOHNSON. ( fling message on floor in violent rage )

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

MESSENGER.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 123 words in 13 sentences using 562 chars .

( They exit into rooms up R. C. followed by FREDERICK, who exits at upper door. Sound of FREDERICK talking and scolding until doors are closed. Pause. Knock at opening on R. 1 E. Pause . BILLINGS knocks outside window — pause — BILLINGS appears at window as if he had come around . BILLINGS is dressed in white duck — straw hat, russet shoes, with white umbrella up. He closes umbrella. Klocks, etc., in sight of audience. Then comes in and looks about as above. ) BILLINGS.

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 166 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 180 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shaking head and strolling down a little )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FREDERICK. ( coming down to BILLINGS)

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 303 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

BILLINGS. ( gives FREDERICK a bill )

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 167 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BILLINGS. ( calling off to FREDERICK)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FREDERICK. ( outside )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 214 words in 22 sentences using 1032 chars .

(BILLINGS lays on lounge smoking. Noise outside of carriage wheels, carriage stopping, and trunk being taken off — pause, and negro enters R. 1 E. with trunk, singing to himself, he brings it on and sets it up stage R.) BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

(MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS enter R. 1 E. Negro waits respectfully until they are on stage then exits R. 1 E.) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

BLLINGS. ( sitting upright on lounge )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( going to her mother. Looking at decorations )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

BILLINGS. (C.)

Contains 69 words in 5 sentences using 362 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

( Exit BILLINGS, R. 1 E. A noise outside of heavy trunk banged down on porch .) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( looking R. 1 E.)

Contains 41 words in 8 sentences using 201 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. (MRS. BATTERSON at door , MRS. BILLINGS L. C.)

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( interrupting )

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( pauses in act of throwing down pipe-rack )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( turning to BILLINGS)

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars .

BILLINGS. ( aside )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( going toward door of room up R. nearest C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BILLINGS. ( to JENNIE, down R. C.)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( to BILLINGS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming out of room up R. C.)

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

BILLINGS. ( quietly )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 168 chars .

BILLINGS. ( takes a puff or two at cigar, watching bus. )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 45 words in 6 sentences using 212 chars .

BILLINGS. ( seated at table — as ladies exit )

Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 155 chars .

( Enter FREDERICK hurriedly from R. 1 E. — out of breath from riding; he runs across to extreme L., then turns and comes up to BILLINGS C.) FREDERICK.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

BILLINGS. ( glances at door ladies went through )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

BILLINGS. (BILLINGS, who had started to go R. 1 E., stops and turns to FREDERICK, on his mentioning the name of JOHNSON — coolly takes cigar out of mouth and looks at FREDERICK)

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

BILLINGS. ( coming to FREDERICK)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS. ( leaving FREDERICK again )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turns again and looks at FREDERICK)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

BILLINGS. ( removes cigar )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BILLINGS. ( looks at FREDERICK a moment )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FREDERICK. ( going to BILLINGS)

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 96 chars .

BILLINGS. ( speaking against the door )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars .

FREDERICK. ( as he goes off at window )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BILLINGS. ( as FREDERICK goes off )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

( Enter MRS. BILLINGS from room up R. C. followed by MRS. BATTERSON.) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS. ( standing holding on to chair R. of table L., swaying to and fro and feigning symptoms of yellow fever. Speaking in hollow, rattling voice )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON AND MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 6 sentences using 73 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LADIES. (BILLINGS stands stiffly, rigidly. Sways a little )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( standing a little away from BILLINGS in sudden alarm )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

( Goes with difficulty down and sits first on chair R. of table, then on table, then on chair L. of table — moving from each as if in great pain — and finally sits on table ) MRS. BILLINGS. ( going quickly to BILLINGS — turns anxiously to MRS. BATTERSON, who is R. C.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BILLINGS. ( dreamily )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

BILLINGS. ( murmuring as he stands before lounge )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 19 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 10 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( hurrying )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 14 words in 6 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

( Exit into room up R. C.) ( Sound of JOHNSON'S heavy step outside L. BILLINGS gets quickly up on noise outside and darts to door of room up R. where MRS. BILLINGS went off . JOHNSON stalks in door down L. just as BILLINGS goes to door up R. BILLINGS turns quickly — both stand regarding each other ) BILLINGS ( turning and speaking back through door in rapid stride to ladies )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

(BILLINGS quickly turn to JOHNSON, with careless and jovial expression . JOHNSON stands by table L., extending his hand to BILLINGS) JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turning again to JOHNSON)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOHNSON. ( interrupting )

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 56 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 85 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 5 sentences using 35 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 0 words in 1 sentence using 1 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOHNSON. ( points at debris. Gasping with rage .)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

BILLINGS. ( nods )

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS. ( bringing JOHNSON down L. again )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOHNSON. ( loud bellow )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

BILLINGS. ( entering right into it with sympathy )

Contains 53 words in 7 sentences using 241 chars .

JOHNSON. ( seeing MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

BILLINGS. ( stopping him almost before he starts )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( coming down to BILLINGS L. C.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

BILLINGS. ( quickly taking MRS. BILLINGS up stage again )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( coming down to BILLINGS)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BILLINGS. ( taking her up again )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming to BILLINGS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS. ( urging her up to room R. C. and politely handing her into room )

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 157 chars .

( While BILLINGS is seeing MRS. BATTERSON off , JOHNSON gradually sidles up stage toward MRS. BILLINGS. She backs away from him, and BILLINGS passes her into room, and turning meets JOHNSON and brings him down L.) BILLINGS. ( to JOHNSON)

Contains 78 words in 5 sentences using 335 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 64 words in 8 sentences using 293 chars .

JOHNSON. ( seated )

Contains 37 words in 9 sentences using 158 chars .

(MRS. BILLINGS comes on from room up R. C. with satchel which she places down near head of lounge, then goes back to room again and speaks off to her mother . JOHNSON regards her from table with longing eyes — she sees him looking at her .) JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

( Seeing MRS. BILLINGS bringing on satchel, etc. When MRS. BILLINGS speaks off to her mother JOHNSON rises, goes up above table and begins arranging tie, hair, etc., at glass on wall near bookshelf, grinning all over his face with satisfaction at the prospect .) MRS. BILLINGS. ( speaking off )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( appearing at door up R.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( a glance at JOHNSON)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going toward MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( steps forward between MRS. BILLINGS and JOHNSON. After slight pause for tableau. They are all well up stage )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( after a moment's pause, to MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( crossing MRS. BILLINGS to R. 1 E.)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going toward them a little )

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 56 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 59 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( to JOHNSON severely )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( under breath )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( looks at him an instant )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( cold severity )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 61 words in 12 sentences using 276 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( recovering speech )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

JOHNSON. ( standing aghast )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

JOHNSON. ( choking and gagging with rising anger )

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 135 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming between them and advancing on JOHNSON fiercely )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( turning to MRS. BILLINGS as if to ignore JOHNSON altogether )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( stopping and looking at sacks )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( turning to MRS. BILLINGS from R. C., JOHNSON is L. C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( down L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JOHNSON. ( stepping forward )

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 58 chars .

JOHNSON. ( roughly good-natured, softened by appreciation ladies show of his coffee )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( paying no attention to JOHNSON)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

JOHNSON. ( stepping forward )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( turning and facing JOHNSON, speaks with severity, with two of the bags in her hand )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

(JOHNSON takes stage L. MRS. BILLINGS takes sacks from MRS. BATTERSON who keeps her stern gaze on JOHNSON) MRS. BATTERSON. ( to MRS. BILLINGS while still looking at JOHNSON)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

JOHNSON. ( recovering himself and breaking out savagely ) ( going to her )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( coming forward quickly )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( goes up to dresser )

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 188 chars .

JOHNSON. ( aside to himself partly, as he looks at her most admiringly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( hurriedly — seeing JOHNSON beginning to look sweet again )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOHNSON. ( rousing from his dream of bliss )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( retiring again over toward R. before JOHNSON'S glances, keeping her eyes on him, but turning appealingly toward MRS. BATTERSON as he comes near her )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming down between them and stamping foot )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JOHNSON. ( turning on MRS. BATTERSON, takes stage and back quietly, thoroughly tired of her interference )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going right up to her )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JOHNSON. ( crossing, walks away a little with ejaculation of disgust then crosses right over to MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming between them again. Bus. JOHNSON going down L.)

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

( Every time MRS. BATTERSON comes in between them JOHNSON takes stage with disgusted expression .) JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 37 words in 8 sentences using 178 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( hotly )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( remonstrating )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

JOHNSON. ( stopping L. C. in his feverish stalking about and looking at MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOHNSON. ( recovering speech )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

JOHNSON. ( savage irony )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

JOHNSON. ( blazing mad )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

JOHNSON. ( savage irony )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JOHNSON. ( roars it out )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( subdued cry of alarm )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

(JOHNSON is raging around at left C. Ladies are at R. C. and they are involuntarily retiring up a little on this last violent outbreak .)

( Enter at R. 1 E. DATHIS with satchel and pair of fencing foils, red and breathless from rapid walking in hot sun. He stops near door .)

JOHNSON. ( hand on hip pocket, roaring it out )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOHNSON. ( taking hand away and sort of going down — sort of growl of assent )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

DATHIS. ( bows )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( slight misgiving and anxiety )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOHNSON. ( loud voice )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( aside to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( aside to MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( aside to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

DATHIS. ( advancing quickly over to JOHNSON L.)

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars .

JOHNSON. ( facing DATHIS)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DATHIS. ( eyes fixed on JOHNSON)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DATHIS. ( following him down )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

JOHNSON. ( turning on him )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

JOHNSON. ( in his face )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

DATHIS. ( to ladies )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON. ( to DATHIS)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JOHNSON. ( starting forward )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( intercepting him )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

JOHNSON. ( makes start toward door where MRS. BATTERSON went )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

( Enter BILLINGS hurriedly from window, goes to JOHNSON up R. C.) BILLINGS.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

JOHNSON. ( gasping with rage, and pointing to door where Frenchman has gone, trying to speak but his rage is too great for words ) BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JOHNSON. ( raging and growling it out )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

BILLINGS ( grabbing JOHNSON'S uplifted fist and shaking hands vigorously with him )

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 165 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

JOHNSON. ( hurries off )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

( Noises of people on veranda outside R. BILLINGS turns to go R. to see what it is. Enter MR. FADDISH and LEONORA, followed by MACKINTOSH at R. 1 E. They are very tired and dusty. They carry baggage and parcels of various descriptions . (BILLINGS goes across to meet the FADDISH party without delay .) BILLINGS.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars .

LEONORA and MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS. ( urging them all the time to door R. 1 E.)

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 207 chars .

FADDISH. ( rattled )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shaking hands warmly with FADDISH across lounge )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 136 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LEONORA. ( sadly but hastily )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 55 words in 7 sentences using 262 chars .

FADDISH. ( turning about and moving round nervously )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

( Business of urging them off as he shakes hands. Enter JOHNSON suddenly from window. He stops dead on seeing the crowd. All stop an instant and look at JOHNSON) JOHNSON. ( loud voice )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

BILLINGS. ( moving quickly near JOHNSON)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOHNSON. ( pushing past BILLINGS)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

FADDISH, LEONORA, MACKINTOSH. ( astonishment )

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 10 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BILLINGS. ( letting JOHNSON down — coming around between JOHNSON and FADDISH)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

JOHNSON. ( loud voice )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 52 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turns cheerfully on FADDISH — who has been meekly waiting and watching scene. To FADDISH)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

JOHNSON. ( to BILLINGS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FADDISH. ( about to answer )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BILLINGS. ( coolly stopping FADDISH)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BILLINGS

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars .

JOHNSON. ( slightly mollified )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars .

JOHNSON. ( bus. shaking hands )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

FADDISH. ( going to JOHNSON)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 58 words in 5 sentences using 258 chars .

FADDISH, LEONORA, MACKINTOSH. ( astonished )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( throwing down package and crossing over to JOHNSON)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOHNSON. ( turning )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

JOHNSON. ( gasp of astonishment )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOHNSON. ( bursting with laughter )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

FADDISH. ( crossing to JOHNSON)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

JOHNSON. ( backing to near table )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

BILLINGS. ( over L.)

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going C.)

Contains 42 words in 7 sentences using 201 chars .

FADDISH, LEONORA, MACKINTOSH.

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 48 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 44 words in 10 sentences using 205 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOHNSON. ( turning to FADDISH)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

(FADDISH party walking. At same time show that they are completely mystified, and alarmed ) JOHNSON. ( to BILLINGS)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

(JOHNSON and BILLINGS talk. Enter MRS. BILLINGS from room followed by MRS. BATTERSON. They see FADDISH party walking, and after an instant's pause, go right down to them ) MRS. BILLINGS, MRS. BATTERSON. ( going to FADDISH, LEONORA, MACKINTOSH)

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

( They all stop walking , LEONORA nearest the centre of the stage ) JOHNSON. ( suddenly seeing they have stopped walking )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

( The FADDISH party at once begin to walk around as before . JOHNSON drinks , MRS. BILLINGS joins LEONORA as she walks around, asking her ad lib. for an explanation — then goes over to BILLINGS at table ) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming to BILLINGS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( suddenly indignant )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

BILLINGS

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

FADDISH. ( going over to BILLINGS, keeping feet going all the time like a treadmill )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

(FADDISH goes R. again and falls in with others walking . JOHNSON comes down C. and to L. JOHNSON'S eyes are fixed on MRS. BILLINGS) LEONORA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

(MRS. BATTERSON starting with astonishment, looks at JOHNSON. FADDISH, LEONORA and MACKINTOSH stop walking and look at JOHNSON) MRS. BILLINGS. ( as she retreats from JOHNSON)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( quickly going between JOHNSON and MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going down L., turning on her )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FADDISH. ( to JOHNSON)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

(JOHNSON goes quickly and seizes MRS. BILLINGS C. and before anyone can stop him, forcibly kisses her on L. side of face . MRS. BILLINGS screams . BILLINGS instantly cuffs JOHNSON across the head from up L. At same instant MRS. BILLINGS backs quickly to MRS. BATTERSON, who holds her — her head turned so she looks sideways at JOHNSON. MRS. BATTERSON holding MRS. BILLINGS glares at JOHNSON. LEONORA clings to FADDISH. MACKINTOSH stands looking from R. JOHNSON glaring at BILLINGS. BILLINGS coolly regarding JOHNSON. Tableau an instant. When BILLINGS strikes JOHNSON, MUSIC ff., drop immediately to pp. and kept up till cue .) BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

( Enter DATHIS door up stage R. C.) JOHNSON. ( recovering speech, and breaking out, and about to draw revolver on BILLINGS)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( seeing JOHNSON about to draw pistol, throws herself between them and stands in front of BILLINGS to shield him )

Contains 3 words in 4 sentences using 18 chars .

DATHIS. ( down quickly to R. side of JOHNSON)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

( Draws revolver. MUSIC ff. till end . MACKINTOSH grabs him around neck from in front . FADDISH, LEONORA and others hold on to arm that has the pistol. They drag him up toward lounge. He breaks away down stage. All rush down and drag him back. As they reach lounge second time FADDISH jumps up on it and holds him round neck . BILLINGS and DATHIS remain over L.) TABLEAU — CURTAIN

ACT III

SCENE. — Same as Act II. Supposed to be very early morning; have red sunrise effect at window and opening R. 1 E., change to white when DATHIS enters .

PROPERTIES. — Same as Act II. except chair under bookshelf L. Stool over L. above opening L. 1 E. water bucket moved from behind table and placed in corner above L. 1 E. Chair over at head of lounge in place of stool. A full brandy bottle on dresser. White robe on lounge as at opening Act II. MUSIC pp. and die away at rise .

DISCOVERED. — FREDERICK looking off at opening R. 1 E.

( Enter MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS from their room up R.)

MRS. BATTERSON. ( going L. C.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. (R. C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( looks at watch )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

FREDERICK. ( turning )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( after a short pause )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

FREDERICK. ( quickly turning to her )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( after a short pause of surprise )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 85 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( cold firmness )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

FREDERICK. ( after blankly surprised look goes off to MRS. BATTERSON at table )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 155 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

FREDERICK. ( pause )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

FREDERICK. ( somewhat bewildered )

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 203 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( sympathizingly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( good-hearted )

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

FREDERICK. ( as if not knowing what he said )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

FADDISH. ( outside L.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

( Enter old MR. FADDISH hurriedly L. with ladies' white shoes — blacking brush, etc. He enters, not expecting to see the ladies here . FREDERICK goes up and looks off at window ) FADDISH. ( as he enters )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

( TABLEAU . FADDISH in shirt-sleeves, standing with shoes, brush, etc. Ladies are astonished ) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( indignation rising )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Enter LEONORA with broom and dustpan ) LEONORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( to LEONORA)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( turning angrily on FREDERICK who has come L. of MACKINTOSH)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FREDERICK. ( alarmed )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( to FREDERICK, sternly )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( almost violently )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

ALL.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 87 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

FREDERICK. ( who is looking off R. 1 E. without turning round, signals with left hand to others to be quiet )

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 8 chars .

FREDERICK. ( turning to them )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

FADDISH. ( to LEONORA)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

LEONORA

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

LEONORA. ( stands absently with broom — dustpan, etc., her eyes on vacancy . MACKINTOSH with dishwash bus. — after a few seconds, goes towards her ) MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( striking picture with dishpan and cloth, which he has in his hand all the time )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

LEONORA. ( looking up )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LEONORA and MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FREDERICK. ( rushing across )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

LEONORA. ( after FREDERICK has gone off )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 56 words in 8 sentences using 241 chars .

LEONORA. ( both at dresser up C. LEONORA R. and MACKINTOSH L.)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( pushing her aside )

Contains 65 words in 6 sentences using 291 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 38 words in 9 sentences using 198 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 183 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

LEONORA and MACKINTOSH. ( together )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 123 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

LEONORA. ( getting hold of cuff )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

LEONORA. ( trying to get cuff away from him )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 54 words in 6 sentences using 269 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( emphatically )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( entering quickly from door up R. C. and speaking )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( following MRS. BILLINGS on )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

LEONORA and MACKINTOSH ( with sudden hope at hearing JOHNSON is not with them )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

ALL.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

ENTER DATHIS, window up left, excitedly, in shirtsleeves and with foil in hand. He starts across stage as he enters as if to go to his room R. Stops up C. when MRS. BATTERSON addresses him .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

DATHIS. ( in a violent temper — turns to ladies )

Contains 162 words in 20 sentences using 776 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( following DATHIS off and expostulating ad lib. )

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 52 chars .

DATHIS. ( outside . LEONORA and MACKINTOSH stand silent looking after DATHIS and MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. Enter FREDERICK suddenly at L. 1 E.) FREDERICK.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

LEONORA and MACKINTOSH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

(MACKINTOSH hastens to opening L. LEONORA runs up to dresser and gets dustpan and brush which she has left there during previous scene with MACKINTOSH. Then hastily joins MACKINTOSH at opening L. 1 E. FREDERICK follows her over trying to urge them off .) LEONORA. ( as she goes over to L.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LEONORA. ( just as they go out )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

FREDERICK. ( as he goes off after them )

Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 33 chars .

( ENTER JOHNSON at window up L. C. stalking noisily on, in a blind sort of rage. ENTER BILLINGS, following closely after JOHNSON up L. C. He goes at once to packing case by dresser up C. and hops easily up sitting on it, pushes hat back as if to get more air, and sits keeping an eye on JOHNSON, who paces savagely and blindly about the room . JOHNSON strides about, fuming, blaspheming to himself — half aloud, but not so that it will be distinctly heard ) (BILLINGS bus. of getting cigar ready to light ) (JOHNSON now breaks forth audibly ) JOHNSON.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

JOHNSON. ( violently )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BILLINGS. ( enjoying cigar )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

DATHIS. ( angrily — hissed out between his teeth )

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars .

JOHNSON. ( low savage tone )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars .

JOHNSON. ( boiling with rage )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

DATHIS. ( appealing to BILLINGS)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

(BILLINGS regards DATHIS calmly from his perch on the chest or table .) JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

DATHIS. ( violently going up to BILLINGS)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BILLINGS. ( shaking head — speaks as if a matter of course )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

(DATHIS stands thunderstruck . JOHNSON looks at DATHIS a moment with the utmost contempt, and then begins half audible voice, almost too excited to speak .) JOHNSON. ( bus. )

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars .

DATHIS. ( suddenly coming to himself, glares at BILLINGS)

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

( Enter MRS. BATTERSON — followed by MRS. BILLINGS from their room, looking in rather timidly. They see that JOHNSON is gone, and come on, looking questioningly at BILLINGS, and uncertainly at DATHIS.) DATHIS. ( seeing ladies, addresses them standing L. of table )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DATHIS. ( hurrying excitedly on )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( greatly surprised )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DATHIS. ( excitedly )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

(MRS. BILLINGS is next to BILLINGS during scene. All look toward BILLINGS. BILLINGS is finishing a sentence and does not look up .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

(BILLINGS after an instant's pause to finish article, looks up and at the others inquiringly .) BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DATHIS. ( excitedly approaching BILLINGS)

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

( Exit near window . MRS. BATTERSON stands looking at BILLINGS in astonishment and indignation .) MRS. BILLINGS. ( to BILLINGS)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BILLINGS. ( looks at watch )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( going toward their door up R. C.)

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

( Exit MRS. BILLINGS hurriedly up R. C. MRS. BATTERSON goes to BILLINGS and glares at him, in silence an instant .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

( Enter JOHNSON at window up left. He comes plunging into the room as though he had just remembered something .) JOHNSON. ( threatening to BILLINGS, who is still seated up C.)

Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 118 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

JOHNSON. ( shaking his fist in BILLINGS' face )

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 131 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

( Enter FADDISH, LEONORA and MACKINTOSH — with work as before, and with some trepidation. They stand in line near door .) JOHNSON. ( roughly )

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 114 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

JOHNSON. ( stops thunderstruck, looks at LEONORA and MACKINTOSH)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(JOHNSON stands an instant glaring at FADDISH party . FADDISH blinking at him meekly , LEONORA looking at him with hatred and defiance — yet not too pronounced to be natural. She is timid at the same time . MACKINTOSH also looks with bitterness at JOHNSON, and stands as if almost ready to challenge him to combat . JOHNSON brief pause. Suddenly turns up and strides toward door up R. C.) JOHNSON. ( as he starts )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( from inside )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 132 chars .

BILLINGS. ( sliding easily off chest or table and heading off JOHNSON as he starts from L. C. towards ladies up R. C.)

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 367 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

(JOHNSON goes back of chair R. of table for support .) BILLINGS. ( after pause for effect )

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 183 chars .

( Takes MRS. BATTERSON by the arm and leads her off through door up R. followed by MRS. BILLINGS, who sweeps out haughtily with a withering look at JOHNSON. Pause: Johnson stands stupefied gazing at door where BILLINGS and the ladies made their exit . FADDISH party remain a moment looking at the said door, and after that at JOHNSON. Soon JOHNSON starts and comes to himself. Then pinches himself to see if he is awake or dreaming — then turns and glares at FADDISH party . FADDISH immediately begins brushing hard at shoe in his hand . JOHNSON seems to form a sudden resolution — walks rapidly up C. and pours out a glass of brandy with trembling eager hand ) (FADDISH, LEONORA and MACKINTOSH start again as if to exit at left door .) JOHNSON. ( just raising glass to drink — or just in act of drinking. Stops )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 33 words in 7 sentences using 160 chars .

FADDISH. ( quite encouraged — smiling and simpering )

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

(FADDISH takes chair R. of table and goes C. with it . LEONORA does the same with chair L. of table . MACKINTOSH brings stool from corner L. 1 E. They all sit in line C. JOHNSON has got chair from near head of lounge. Suddenly turns on chair and sees FADDISHES seated by him . LEONORA sits in the middle , FADDISH next to JOHNSON) JOHNSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

FADDISH

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOHNSON. ( roughly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

JOHNSON. ( looking around to see he is not overheard )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

FADDISH. ( grasping his hand and shaking it )

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

JOHNSON. ( pulling away )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 226 chars .

(LEONORA rises and moves away from JOHNSON to L. MACKINTOSH comes next to JOHNSON, who has also risen ) JOHNSON.

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

(FADDISH gives a somewhat helpless glance toward LEONORA, looks at JOHNSON. Makes an attempt to speak. Finally gets out a few words ) FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOHNSON. ( suspicions aroused by FADDISH'S hesitation )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

FADDISH. ( hastily )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

FADDISH. ( embracing JOHNSON)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOHNSON. ( throwing him off )

Contains 40 words in 7 sentences using 164 chars .

FADDISH. ( doubtfully )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

LEONORA. ( bus. )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

(JOHNSON goes down L. C. as if wishing BILLINGS to follow . BILLINGS — after short pause, enters, closes door and goes down to R. of JOHNSON. There is an air of nonchalant coldness about him . JOHNSON stares and they stand regarding one another ) JOHNSON. ( huskily. Blurts it out stammeringly )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BILLINGS. ( stony look at JOHNSON before answering )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

JOHNSON. ( suddenly forces shaking fist at BILLINGS)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 197 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turning away to R. and walking R. C. as if angry )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 305 chars .

(BILLINGS turns, looks at JOHNSON an instant .) BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS. ( grasping JOHNSON'S hand )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 30 words in 8 sentences using 152 chars .

(JOHNSON from now on to end of piece must be played very rapidly )

( Enter FADDISH at L.)

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

( Enter MR. S. LOOTON, a Notary and Justice, at L. 1 E. He brings papers, etc., for signing of contract ) JOHNSON.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

LOOTON. ( hoarse croak )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

(FADDISH brings table centre. Arrange to have no wait for table — everything hurried . BILLINGS stands coolly regarding the preparations .) JOHNSON. ( hurrying over to FADDISH so that he nearly joins his speeches )

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

(FADDISH gets bell and exits at window ringing it ) LOOTON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

LOOTON. ( pointing )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

JOHNSON. ( coming down to him R. C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

JOHNSON. ( expostulating at the joke )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 60 words in 7 sentences using 262 chars .

BILLINGS. ( after JOHNSON'S exit coming down to table C.)

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

(MRS. BILLINGS comes on from door up R. crosses. Looks anxiously to see that BILLINGS is alone, then comes down to R. of him of table .) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 40 words in 6 sentences using 191 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 69 words in 5 sentences using 312 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BILLINGS. ( after a moment's pause and looking at her )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

BILLINGS. ( after a pause )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

(LOOTON enters hurriedly. MUSIC stops .) MRS. BILLINGS. ( seeing him )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

( Enter MRS. BATTERSON from door up R. C. bringing on shawl .) MRS. BATTERSON. ( coming down )

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars .

LOOTON. (L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

LOOTON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( at door up R. C. to BILLINGS, who has followed them up )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

(BILLINGS closes door. Enter LEONORA and MACKINTOSH from L. 1 E.) LEONORA. ( seeing BILLINGS)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

BILLINGS. ( coming down to them L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

( At their exit JOHNSON pushes FADDISH across window ringing bell — then comes quickly down to BILLINGS.) JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

JOHNSON. ( starting toward L. 1 E.)

Contains 22 words in 8 sentences using 97 chars .

BILLINGS. ( seeing negroes )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

NEGROES.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

NEGROES.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 42 words in 5 sentences using 195 chars .

NEGROES. ( rush off at window )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

JOHNSON. ( to LOOTON)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

(JOHNSON picks up contracts and looks at them; MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS enter from their room .) MRS. BATTERSON. ( as she enters )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

(BILLINGS seeing ladies goes toward them .) JOHNSON. ( to ladies and speaking very quickly all through following scene )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 109 chars .

(BILLINGS gets chair for MRS. BILLINGS from behind lounge . MRS. BATTERSON sits on lounge ) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

(FADDISH sits L. above LEONORA on chair which MACKINTOSH has put . LEONORA sits next to FADDISH. JOHNSON has seated himself before this at table C. facing the audience . MRS. BATTERSON on lounge . MRS. BILLINGS on chair near lounge . BILLINGS stands near MRS. BILLINGS.) MRS. BATTERSON. ( indicating FADDISH party on L.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOHNSON. ( to LOOTON)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

LOOTON.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 12 words in 5 sentences using 61 chars .

LOOTON. ( reading )

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars .

FADDISH. ( springing to his feet and coming down and seizing JOHNSON'S hand )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOHNSON. ( throwing him off )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

(JOHNSON pushes him up stage to bell . FADDISH goes off at window ringing bell .) BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

JOHNSON. ( at table again turning to MRS. BATTERSON standing at table )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

BILLINGS. ( breaking in on him )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

JOHNSON. ( to LOOTON)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

LOOTON. ( reading )

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 228 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BILLINGS. ( breaking in )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

(FADDISH re-enters from window, puts bell down on dresser, and comes down to MACKINTOSH and LEONORA, during following speeches BILLINGS comes over to them, they group around him talking .) MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

JOHNSON. ( astonished and indignant )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

JOHNSON. ( violently )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

(MRS. BATTERSON, MRS. BILLINGS, JOHNSON, bus. of looking in surprise, etc. ) JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BILLINGS. ( turning to FADDISH)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BILLINGS. ( quickly )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

FADDISH. ( going down to JOHNSON at table )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

JOHNSON. ( scarcely able to speak coherently )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

JOHNSON. ( throws FADDISH off )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

MACKINTOSH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

LEONORA.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

BILLINGS. ( quick aside to MACKINTOSH and LEONORA at window )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

LEONORA. ( quickly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

MACKINTOSH. ( quickly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars .

( Pushes LEONORA and MACKINTOSH through window. Turns toward others carelessly. Saunters over to MRS. BATTERSON.) FADDISH. ( going down again to JOHNSON)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

JOHNSON. ( pushing him along )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 86 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 48 chars .

BILLINGS. ( picking up contract and glancing at it )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

( Enter FREDERICK hurriedly at L. 1 E.) FREDERICK.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

( Bus. of jamming pen into MRS. BILLINGS' hand . MRS. BILLINGS astonished at all this , MRS. BATTERSON also .) MRS. BATTERSON. ( rising )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BILLINGS. ( to MRS. BATTERSON)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( Pizzicato MUSIC begins . BILLINGS getting ready for the move up stage .) JOHNSON. ( suddenly, in low, ominous tone )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

(BILLINGS looks calmly at JOHNSON. Ladies start and also look at JOHNSON. Slight pause . JOHNSON fiercely clutching and clawing over letters. Others watching .) JOHNSON. ( breaking out again )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

(LOOTON gets quickly from chair L. of table to chair back of table . BILLINGS gives a quick side look over JOHNSON'S shoulder, then with adroit movement almost on JOHNSON'S speech, whisks MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON, who are both standing at the time, up stage away from JOHNSON'S vicinity. Make this and the look at letters almost one movement — yet not hurried .) BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

JOHNSON. ( coming to table, sits L. of table. Reading a letter )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

( Bringing MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS quickly to door of their room up R. Gets MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS off at door R., quietly closes and locks it — and turns toward JOHNSON, putting key in his pocket .) JOHNSON. ( bringing his fist down on table on word "kill" )

Contains 48 words in 8 sentences using 245 chars .

JOHNSON. ( a hoarse, savage yell )

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( outside up R. Calling in high voices together )

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

JOHNSON. ( pounding again )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( outside up R., after quickly trying to open the door )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

JOHNSON. ( appearing in doorway )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS. ( outside up R.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( all very rapid along here )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS. ( shaking head )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

( A crash outside at JOHNSON'S exit as though he had kicked over something .) ( Ladies watch JOHNSON off in same consternation. Enter BILLINGS at window up L., sauntering on leisurely. Ladies turn quickly, seeing BILLINGS.) MRS. BILLINGS. ( meet BILLINGS L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( almost with MRS. BILLINGS)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

(BILLINGS strolls quietly over L., looks around to make sure that no one is about — then walks down to table, sees letters, etc., which JOHNSON has left there — picks up letters from table, puts them in his pockets. Then sees pieces of photograph, takes up two halves, looks at them a moment, then puts them together — a crash heard off L. BILLINGS quickly puts photo in pocket and goes up stage . MRS. BATTERSON and MRS. BILLINGS re-enter at door up R. almost immediately for bus., is very short — with satchels, parasols, etc. They hurriedly hand them to BILLINGS, who takes them as if merely starting out for pleasure drive .) MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON. ( hurriedly )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS and MRS. BATTERSON. ( hurrying to door down R. 1 E. and passing BILLINGS)

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

MRS. BATTERSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

( Both ladies running quickly over to R. 1. E. MRS. BATTERSON exits .) MRS. BILLINGS. ( at door )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. BILLINGS.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

BILLINGS. ( glancing at his watch with some slight difficulty — owing to package he is carrying )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

(BILLINGS exits R. 1 E. MUSIC seques from pizzicato to — "Hurry." Noise of carriage starting, whip cracking. Enter DATHIS from window, strides across to R.) DATHIS. ( looking round )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

( Enter FADDISH half crazy at door R. 1 E., meeting DATHIS.) FADDISH. ( breathless — almost wringing his hands )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 88 chars .

( Enter JOHNSON at window, boiling with wrath .) JOHNSON. ( entering at window, sees DATHIS, rushes down to table C.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

DATHIS. ( coming to him at table )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

JOHNSON. ( turns, sees FREDERICK)

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

JOHNSON. ( releasing FREDERICK)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

JOHNSON. ( going to strike him in L. corner )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DATHIS. ( outside )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FREDERICK.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

DATHIS. ( dragging FADDISH on from R. 1 E.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

JOHNSON. ( rushes at FADDISH, who is in a heap on floor, sees his face just as he goes to strike him and stops )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

FADDISH. ( between them )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

FADDISH and DATHIS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JOHNSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JOHNSON and FADDISH.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DATHIS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

JOHNSON and FADDISH.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

ALL.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

CURTAIN