A Foregone Conclusion Howells, William Dean Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag William Dean Howells, 1837 – 1920 William Poel, 1852 – 1934 Walter J. Meserve William Merriam Gibson, 1912 – George Warren Arms, 1912 – A Foregone Conclusion [1884 – 1885]: A Drama by W. D. Howells: and William Poel [in, The Complete Plays of W. D. Howells: Walter J. Meserve ... Under the General Editorship of William M. Gibson and George Arms] New York New York University Press xxxiii, 649 p. MARINA: unclear FLORIDA: VENERANDA: NINA: MR. FERRIS: FERRIS: BILLINGS: DON IPPOLITO: MRS. VERVAIN: DON IPPODITO: Dramatisation of novel Prose data extraction from source 1960 First performed: November 18, 1886
SCENE, VENICE. 1863.
PERSONS DON IPPOLITO, a priest. HENRY FERRIS, American Consul and painter. HIRAM BILLINGS, sculptor. CANONICO (who does not speak), uncle to Don Ippolito. MRS. VERVAIN, of Providence, R. I. FLORIDA, her daughter. MARINA, servant to Ferris. NINA, servant to Mrs. Vervain. VENERANDA, servant to Don Ippolito.
ACT I SCENE: The American Consulate at Venice, which is also the studio of Henry Ferris, consul and painter. An easel with a canvas on it; table with tubes of colors, palette, etc.; canvases faced against the wall. Ferris going about decorating the consular book-case and shield with large and small American flags, and whistling The Star Spangled Banner. His friend, Billings, the sculptor, watching him from the window, near which he sits with his hat on . FERRIS, retiring for the effect, and dusting his fingers :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 163 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Still studying the decorations, and rearranging points here and there . BILLINGS:

Contains 86 words in 7 sentences using 408 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 227 chars .

BILLINGS, sighing :

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 175 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

FERRIS, coldly :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 70 words in 7 sentences using 343 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

FERRIS:

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BILLINGS:

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FERRIS:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

BILLINGS:

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Exit. Ferris resumes his whistling and the inspection of his flags. The bell rings, and his servant puts her head in at the door . FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MARINA:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

He stands with his hands on his hips, fronting the door, which reopens, and admits Don Ippolito, who hesitates, then comes forward, and removing his hat, makes a low, graceful bow . DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS, politely :

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DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS:

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DON IPPOLITO, wiping his forehead with his handkerchief, and then nervously twisting it in his hands :

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FERRIS, suspiciously :

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DON IPPOLITO, with increased perturbation :

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FERRIS, coldly :

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DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, sadly :

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

FERRIS, relentingly :

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DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 210 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, dejectedly :

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He bows low in parting . FERRIS, following him toward the door:

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DON IPPOLITO, stopping :

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 186 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS, coldly :

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DON IPPOLITO, eagerly :

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FERRIS:

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DON IPPOLITO:

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He hands Ferris the model . FERRIS, turning it over in his hand :

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DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS:

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DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS:

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 216 chars .

Don Ippolito's countenance falls; his head sinks on his breast . DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

FERRIS, laughing :

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Lays the model on his table . DON IPPOLITO, dejectedly :

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FERRIS:

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DON IPPOLITO:

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He bows . FERRIS, detaining him :

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DON IPPOLITO:

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FERRIS:

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DON IPPOLITO, seizing his hand in both of his own :

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FERRIS:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 40 words in 6 sentences using 207 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 17 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars .

He rushes impetuously from the room, leaving Ferris planted in the middle of the floor and frowning dubiously . FERRIS:

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MARINA, appearing :

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FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

MARINA:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

FERRIS:

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MARINA, re-entering :

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Exit; and enter Mrs. and Florida Vervain . MRS. VERVAIN:

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FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

FERRIS, picking it up :

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MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 131 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 305 chars .

FLORIDA, snubbingly :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 22 words in 6 sentences using 118 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 197 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 288 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

FLORIDA, from the window :

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FERRIS:

Contains 63 words in 4 sentences using 322 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

FLORIDA, turning :

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MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 260 chars .

FERRIS, bowing with mock humility :

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MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 181 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 65 words in 8 sentences using 339 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

FERRIS, bitterly regarding her :

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 253 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

FLORIDA, turning to the window again :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

FLORIDA, indignantly :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, rising and putting on her pincenez to scrutinize his expression :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Her glasses leap from her nose, and lodge in Ferris's waistcoat . FERRIS, with mock solemnity :

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

MARINA, throwing open the door :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, entering :

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

FERRIS, handing it to him :

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MRS. VERVAIN, coming forward and taking his hand :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 122 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS VERVAIN:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

FERRIS, quickly :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FERRIS, in a loud tone :

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

Don Ippolito and Florida come forward. The Curtain falls .
ACT II SCENE: Entrance Hall in a Venetian palace — octagonal shape and openings C. and R.; terrace and balustrade; steps R. 2nd. E. with wing of large church adjoining. Back cloth a panorama of Grand Canal. Oak chairs and table up stage. Statues and columns; a door into private apartment L. 2nd E. Entrances R. and L. 1st E. Mosaic pavement floor-cloth — amber lime lights from openings, Florida and Priest discovered; Florida seated at small table R.; Priest standing near her, back to audience. Florida is looking intently into the face of the Priest . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

FLORIDA, closing book :

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 95 words in 6 sentences using 446 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Moves to go . FLORIDA:

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 176 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 637 words in 41 sentences using 3244 chars .

FLORIDA, rises :

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 157 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, turning from Florida :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Shrinking in horror. Don Ippolito turns to her . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

FERRIS, enters R. :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Gives her a bunch of hyacinths. Nina enters 1st. E. R. Florida and Ferris are R. C. upstage; the Priest is watching them from down stage R. with back to audience . FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Exits . FERRIS:

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, embarrassed :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 295 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

FERRIS, amused :

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 169 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 73 words in 3 sentences using 365 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, C. eagerly :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

FERRIS, coming up from L. and looking Don Ippolito full in the face :

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Enter Billings . BILLINGS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 84 words in 9 sentences using 407 chars .

Enter Nina . NINA:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Exit . FERRIS, looking after him :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars .

FERRIS, after an absent-minded pause :

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 60 words in 6 sentences using 311 chars .

Enter Nina . NINA:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

Exit. Enter Florida L. 2nd. E. She enters slowly as if she were thinking of something . FLORIDA:

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 226 chars .

FLORIDA, looking through window into garden :

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 171 chars .

Takes out his sketch book . FLORIDA:

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FERRIS:

Contains 94 words in 5 sentences using 493 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars .

FLORIDA, moves away but still appearing absorbed in thought :

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FERRIS:

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 203 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 86 words in 4 sentences using 468 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

Crossing to L.C. FERRIS:

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 224 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars .

FLORIDA:

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FERRIS:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 158 chars .

FLORIDA:

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FERRIS:

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 222 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 241 chars .

FLORIDA, alarmed :

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 112 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 64 words in 3 sentences using 330 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 127 chars .

FLORIDA, anxiously :

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FERRIS:

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 57 words in 2 sentences using 290 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars .

Rises . FLORIDA:

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FERRIS:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Rises . FERRIS:

Contains 61 words in 3 sentences using 305 chars .

Enter Mrs. Vervain, with Billings and Don Ippolito . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 247 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 183 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 59 words in 6 sentences using 285 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

Billings and Don Ippolito talking . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 231 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, coming to table :

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

Looking pointedly at Florida . MRS. VERVAIN, looking at the sketch through her tubed hand :

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FERRIS:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

FLORIDA, starting forward :

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

Don Ippolito remains motionless. Billings and Ferris walk together to one side . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BILLINGS, to Ferris :

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, after a pause :

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

Exeunt together . FERRIS, coldly :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FLORIDA, coming impetuously toward him :

Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 144 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 46 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 113 chars .

He bows to Florida and goes out before Don Ippolito enters . DON IPPOLITO, looking about confusedly :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

He takes her hand, and after a moment, presses it to his breast . FLORIDA:

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 55 words in 7 sentences using 234 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 61 words in 5 sentences using 272 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, moving towards her as if to seize her hand, but checking himself :

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 285 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 223 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 136 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 45 words in 7 sentences using 199 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

The priest bends over Florida's hand, then takes it in his, and leads her from the room . CURTAIN
ACT III SCENE I: Henry Ferris's studio at the Consulate of the United States. Pictures and sketches about the room. Ferris is discovered before an easel, painting the portrait of Don Ippolito who is seated in a large Gothic chair. It is afternoon . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 229 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

FERRIS, both silent; Ferris fills his pipe, goes to table :

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 67 words in 4 sentences using 344 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

FERRIS, ironical laugh :

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 179 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 250 chars .

Priest rises. Pause. Ferris shrinks from him instinctively, as if from one who has set himself upon some desperate attempt . FERRIS:

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 165 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 258 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars .

FERRIS, passes his hand confusedly over his face :

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars .

FERRIS, bites stem of his pipe, and turns away, ordering the color-tubes and pencils on a table against the wall, setting them close together in very neat, straight rows :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 72 words in 6 sentences using 347 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 19 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, violently :

Contains 77 words in 10 sentences using 386 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 62 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Goes up to Gothic chair . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 87 words in 7 sentences using 430 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 79 words in 7 sentences using 404 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 188 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, going up to Ferris :

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, pausing in his walk, and fixing his eyes on Ferris :

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 57 words in 2 sentences using 264 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, almost angrily :

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, with a puzzled stare :

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Sitting on table, turns . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 64 words in 5 sentences using 290 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 228 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, sadly :

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 168 chars .

He goes out, and Ferris remains watching the door by which he has vanished. A bell sounds, and then voices are heard without . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, entering :

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

FERRIS, absently :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, looking at him :

Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 167 chars .

MR. FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

Looking at picture through her glasses . FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 170 chars .

FERRIS, sinking weakly into a chair :

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 127 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 91 words in 2 sentences using 429 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 247 chars .

FERRIS, sharply :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 154 words in 13 sentences using 743 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 281 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 230 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 178 words in 14 sentences using 854 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 136 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 187 chars .

Ferris is standing, still, as if stupefied. After Mrs. Vervain exits, he takes up the portrait of the priest, looks at it for some seconds, then throws it on the ground and sinks in chair, burying his face in his hands .

SCENE II: Mrs. Vervain's garden. Moonlight. A fountain, surrounded by statues, with seats near it. Enter Ferris and Billings from opposite sides .

 BILLINGS:

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

FERRIS, sinking wearily on one of the benches :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 199 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Rises feebly . BILLINGS:

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 71 words in 6 sentences using 316 chars .

FERRIS, recovering himself :

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 68 words in 5 sentences using 320 chars .

Exeunt, arm in arm. Enter Don Ippolito and Florida . FLORIDA:

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 130 words in 8 sentences using 644 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Stoops to a pipe and turns on the water . FLORIDA, touching his shoulder :

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, softly :

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

DON IPPODITO:

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

FLORIDA, murmurs :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, with vehemence :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 102 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 298 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 137 chars .

She leans towards him in anxious emotion . DON IPPOLITO, the priest has in his visage sublimity, and the terror of a man who puts everything to the risk :

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 169 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 88 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 95 words in 4 sentences using 432 chars .

FLORIDA, recoils, shuddering, and with almost a shriek :

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, gives a low cry — half sob :

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 78 chars .

He drops his face into his hands and stands with his head bowed before her. Neither speaks for a long time, or moves . FLORIDA:

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 76 words in 5 sentences using 348 chars .

FLORIDA, piteously :

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Takes his hands . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 37 words in 6 sentences using 183 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, faltering :

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 92 chars .

Turns away . FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

A great wave of sorrow and compassion and despair for him sweeps through Florida. She follows him, touches his shoulder, and as he turns round, takes his head in her hands and kisses his forehead. Then she suddenly puts her hands against his breast, thrusts him away, turns, and runs. Exit Priest.) FERRIS:

Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 134 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

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ACT IV SCENE: A large room in the house of Don Ippolito. In the background a wide arched doorway, closed by portières of heavy stuff . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 67 words in 5 sentences using 308 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 70 words in 10 sentences using 375 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars .

FLORIDA, sadly :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 126 words in 12 sentences using 600 chars .

FLORIDA, coldly :

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 101 words in 12 sentences using 486 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

FLORIDA, sobbing into her handkerchief, and running from the room :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Mrs. Vervain remains looking after her in perplexity, till she turns at the sound of Billings's entrance from the other side . MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 206 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 65 words in 4 sentences using 311 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, shaking her head :

Contains 94 words in 4 sentences using 450 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN:

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 146 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

VENERANDA, breathlessly :

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

VENERANDA:

Contains 164 words in 9 sentences using 830 chars .

Exit. Enter Ferris. He is pale, and nervous, and greatly changed. He shakes hands mechanically with Billings . FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 183 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

He sits down . BILLINGS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BILLINGS, after a pause :

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 165 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 87 chars .

Down to the door . BILLINGS, running and placing himself against the door :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 109 words in 8 sentences using 513 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

They confront each other threateningly. Slow music. The portière parts and Don Ippolito is wheeled in, by his uncle, the canonico, and Veneranda . DON IPPOLITO, extending his hand to Ferris :

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

FERRIS, coming back and taking his hand :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 61 words in 6 sentences using 296 chars .

BILLINGS:

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 147 chars .

Exits . DON IPPOLITO, to Ferris :

Contains 380 words in 24 sentences using 1860 chars .

FERRIS, turning upon him :

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars .

FERRIS, after a moment, coldly :

Contains 56 words in 3 sentences using 275 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, raising his head :

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 124 chars .

FERRIS, trying to steady his voice :

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, in a hapless whisper :

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

FERRIS, doggedly :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 98 words in 6 sentences using 452 chars .

FERRIS, moved :

Contains 101 words in 9 sentences using 466 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 46 words in 7 sentences using 251 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 134 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, mystified :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 84 words in 10 sentences using 415 chars .

Enter Florida . FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 226 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Turning away . DON IPPOLITO, to Florida :

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Averting her face, and hiding it in her hands . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 285 chars .

FLORIDA, turning and looking Ferris in the face :

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

FERRIS, broken :

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 54 words in 7 sentences using 265 chars .

He turns to go . FLORIDA, tenderly :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

FERRIS, stopping :

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

FERRIS:

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

He moves slowly toward the door . DON IPPOLITO, who has lain silent :

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars .

He sinks back . FLORIDA, springing to her feet :

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

FERRIS, bending over him :

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DON IPPOLITO, faintly :

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

FLORIDA:

Contains 11 words in 6 sentences using 67 chars .

They all rush in and crowd about him . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

MRS. VERVAIN, pressing the crucifix to his lips :

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

She holds his head on her breast . DON IPPOLITO:

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

His head sinks down. They all kneel. Solemn music without .
CURTAIN