Ramona Dillaye, Ina Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Ina Dillaye Ramona, a Play in Five Acts, Adapted from Helen Hunt Jackson's Indian Novel by Ina Dillaye, with Stage Business, Cast of Characters, Relative Positions, etc. Syracuse, New York Printed by F. LeC. Dillaye 40 p. Jake . Margarita Father Salvierderra Alessandro Carmena Agent . Amer. Aunt Ri . Ramona Jos . All . Felipe . Luigo . Merrill . Senora Father . Dramatisation of novel Prose data extraction from source 1887
CAST OF CHARACTERS. Alessandro Assis, an Indian Senor Felipe Moreno, a wealthy Mexican Father Salvierderra, a Franciscan Monk Luigo, servant to Senor Felipe U. S. Agent American Sam Merrill, an American Farmer Jake, his assistant Jos Hyer, son of Aunt Ri Senora Gonzaga Moreno, Mother of Felipe Ramona Ortegna, her Sister's adopted Daughter Margarita, maid to Senora Moreno Mrs. Jeff Hyer, familiarly known as Aunt Ri Carmena, an Indian Woman Farmers, etc.
COSTUMES.

ALESSANDRO. — Act I and II, red and white striped shift, dark trousers, short coat, red sash, broad brimmed hat. Act III and IV. — Dark blue shirt, dark trowers, blue sash, bright blanket.

FELIPE. — Act I and II, black trousers slashed on the outside to the knee and laced with silver cord or braid, short black velvet jacket trimmed with silver braid and buttons, low shoes, long black cloak, broad brimmed black hat trimmed with silver cord. Or, knee trousers trimmed with silver buttons up the side, instead of the long ones. Act V. — Citizen's dress, black

FATHER SALVIERDERRA. — Gray gown with rope girdle, long gray cloak and cowl.

LUIGO. — Act I and II, white cotton shirt, gray cotton trousers, short gray jacket trimmed with gaily colored ribbons. Gaily colored woolen blanket thrown over left shoulder, or worn in loose folds around the throat, broad brimmed white hat trimmed with bright colored ribbon. Act V. — Dark brown trousers, brown jacket ornamented with buttons and blue ribbon, cut out in front so as to show blue breast cloth, blue sash, long brown cloak.

SENORA. — Scant black skirt, rosary hanging at side, large black silk handkerchief bound tightly across the forehead, letting the ends fall at either side, black shawl, hair white.

RAMONA. — Act I and II, red woolen skirt descending to ankle, trimmed with band of embroidery and gathered in full plaits around the waist, a red bodice over white shirt-waist, low shoes, hair worn unconfined except by a ribbon band about head. Act III. — Old gold or orange skirt trimmed with black velvet bands, black velvet bodice over white waist, black shawl, hair coiled low in the neck. Act IV. — Calico dress, white apron, bright kerchief. Act V. — Black dress, or white trimmed with black, black lace mantilla.

MARGARITA. — Act I and II, light blue woolen skirt descending to ankle, close fitting black bodice over white shirt waist, white apron, low shoes white scarf of thin texture with long fringe, used to throw over head and shoulders, hair in two braids down back. Act V. — Red and white striped skirt, black bodice, red kerchief crossed over breast.

AUNT RI. — Act III. calico dress, woolen shawl, bonnet. Act V. — Gray woolen dress, white apron and cap.

CARMENA. — Calico skirt, red kerchief tied over head, bright colored blanket, beads around neck and arms.

SYNOPSIS.

The scenes are laid in Southern California, about twenty-five years after the Mexican war.

ACT I. — Garden at the Moreno Ranch. The Rescue and Surprise. ACT II. — Same. Interval of Two Months. The Elopement. ACT III. — Interior of Indian Cottage. Interval of One Year. Driven from Home. ACT IV. — Interior of Another Indian Cottage. Interval of Three Months. The Murder. ACT V. — Garden at the Moreno Ranch. Interval of Two Years. The Agreement.
ACT I.

Garden at the Moreno Ranch. Towards C. of stage L. house with few steps leading to door. In the foreground R. rustic sofa, table and chair. Upper C.E. with two or three steps leading to terrace .

( As curtain rises Ramona is discovered L F singing .)

 Ra.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars .

( While she is singing enter Father Salvierderra from R B, pauses at C. U. E.) Father Sal.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

(Ra. goes to meet him . Ra. ( Joyfully )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

( She sinks on her knees and bows her head for blessing. He stretches out his hand over her head and looks upward .) Ra. ( rising )

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 260 chars .

Father . ( Smiling sadly )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

Ra.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

Father .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Ra. ( Slight change of tone )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Father .

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 122 chars .

Ra.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars .

Enter Margarita R. F. crying and holding linen altar cover in her hand Father . ( Shaking head )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

[Felipe appears at door L] Ra.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Felipe . ( Going toward Father Sal. )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Felipe kneels for blessing . Margarita starts toward Ra. but pauses when she sees Father Sal. She makes signals of distress to Ra.) Ra.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

( Kisses her hand to Father as he and Felipe enter house. Margarita has dropped on ground R. and buried her face in her hands — a mass of linen at her feet .) Ra. ( Going to Mar. )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

(Mar. sobs, removes one hand from her eyes, and with a gesture of despair points to the linen at her feet . Ra. stoops. lifts one corner of the linen . Mar. sobs more violently . Ra. ( In dismay )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Mar. ( Gasping )

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 201 chars .

(Ra. opens it out and glances in terror toward the house .) Ra.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Mar.

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 189 chars .

Ra. ( firmly )

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars .

Mar. ( Looking up for the first time )

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars .

Ra. ( laughs )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Mar. ( laughs, then weeps )

Contains 61 words in 3 sentences using 293 chars .

Ra.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Mar.

Contains 83 words in 4 sentences using 374 chars .

Ra. ( Smoothing it out )

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

Mar.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Ra. ( looking her fully in the face )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Mar. pleadingly

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Ra.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

Enter Alessandro L. U. E. singing, crosses to R. he sees Ra. stop singing and pauses C] Mar.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars .

Ra. looking up

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

[Mar. exit door L. Ales. looking toward Ra.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

Ra. turning in surprise

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars .

Enter Felipe L. U. E.]

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 170 chars .

Ra. eagerly

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Felipe . nods assent

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Exit R Enter Mar. L.] Mar.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Ra.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Mar.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

Ra.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

[Mar. looks puzzled. Shouting outside . Ra. and Mar. start up C.] Enter Luigo] Ra.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Ra.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

Ra.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Luigo . up C.]

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Ra.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

[Ra. hurries into house and returns Ra.

Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 132 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars .

All look off R. Mar. hides her face in apron . Ra. looks in suspense, turns fate away

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

Ra.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

Exit Mar. L. Enter Ales. and Luigo carrying Felipe] Ales.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

[Ra. leads way to house, opens door L, they carry Felipe in, then return Luigo .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ales.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars .

Ales.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Ra.

Contains 66 words in 7 sentences using 369 chars .

Ales.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Ra.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

Senora . from window L]

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

[Ra. exit door L. Ales. sings, slops . Senora appears at window Senora . in half whisper

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

[Ales. repeats strain, gradually lowering his voice towards the close Ales.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

Enter Father Sal. door L Father Sal.

Contains 101 words in 11 sentences using 516 chars .

Ales.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

[Ra. appears at door L Father Sal.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars .

Ra.

Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 290 chars .

Ales.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Ra.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Ales.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 185 chars .

Father Sal.

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 169 chars .

Enter Mar. Exit Ales. R. U. E.] Mar. ( looking after Ales)

Contains 90 words in 9 sentences using 417 chars .

[Mar. meets Ales. R. U. E. takes his hand, looks coquettishly and appears to be talking, at same time enter Ra. from door L] Ra.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

At the sound of her voice Ales. pulls his hand away and tries to draw back from Mar. looking at her with anger and disgust . Mar. perceives it. She moves down C. Exit Ra. R. F. E. Mar. pauses at door and shakes fist at Ra. then exit door L] Ales. ( Going forward )

Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 233 chars .

Enter Ra. R. crossing to L] Ales.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 166 chars .

Ra.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

Ales.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

END OF ACT I.
ACT II. Garden at the Moreno Ranch . Alessandro is discovered seated on the terrace steps in thoughtful attitude . Father Sal. opens door L and sings morning hymn . Father Sal.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

[Senora opens window and sings . Ales. rises and sings also . Ra. Mar. and Felipe sing from behind scenes L. Luigo and others join from behind scenes R.]

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

[Ales. comes forward , Father Sal. also Ales.

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 188 chars .

Father Sal. ( hesitating )

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 149 chars .

Ales.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Father Sal.

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 244 chars .

Ales.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars .

Father Sal.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Ales.

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 305 chars .

Father Sal. ( Cautiously )

Contains 56 words in 5 sentences using 278 chars .

Ales.

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars .

[Father Sal. looks sadly perplexed and moves away R shaking head . Ales. exit R. U. E. Enter Mar. L] Mar. ( looking after Ales.)

Contains 245 words in 16 sentences using 1150 chars .

Enter Luigo R] Luigo .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

[Senora appears at window Mar. ( starting up C)

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Enter Senora door L] Sen.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

[Mar. exit door L Sen.

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 213 chars .

Enter Senora followed by Ra. and Ales. Mar. at window Ra.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Sen.

Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 153 chars .

[Ales. does not move but looks toward Ra] Ra. ( calmly )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Sen. ( strikes her mouth )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Ra.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

[Senora drops her arm Sen.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Ra.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 199 chars .

Sen. ( amazed )

Contains 17 words in 6 sentences using 90 chars .

Ra.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars .

Sen. ( icily )

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars .

Ra. ( walks swiftly to Senora and speaks firmly )

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars .

Looks defiantly at Senora, head thrown back . Mar. listens at window Sen. ( contemptuously )

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars .

[Mar. frightened, leaves window Ra.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Sen. ( insolently )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Ra. ( proudly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Sen.

Contains 20 words in 6 sentences using 110 chars .

Ra.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Sen.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 184 chars .

Ra. ( gently )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Sen.

Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 122 chars .

Ra.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Sen.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars .

Ra. ( defiantly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

Sen.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Opens casket and displays jewels . Ra. looks at Senora's face, not at jewels

Contains 115 words in 6 sentences using 616 chars .

Ra.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

Sen. ( with surprise and scorn )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Ra.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Sen.

Contains 38 words in 1 sentence using 194 chars .

Ra. ( springs to her feet, her eyes flashing )

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 181 chars .

Sen.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Ra.

Contains 93 words in 11 sentences using 418 chars .

Sen. ( sarcastically )

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 210 chars .

Ra.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Sen. ( reluctantly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Ra.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Sen.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Displays more jewels Ra. ( lifting some jewels )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Sen.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

[Ra. takes up a ragged silk handkerchief, tied in knots Sen.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

[Ra.'s eyes gleam, she unties knots. As she reaches the last one she pauses Ra.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Sen. ( scornfully )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Pushes tray towards Ra. Ra. unties knot and carefully shakes the pearls into tray Ra.

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 206 chars .

Sen. stammering

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Ra.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

stops Sen. eyeing her keenly

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Ra. firmly

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Sen. sarcastically

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 140 chars .

Ra. clasping her hands

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Sen.

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 198 chars .

Puts jewels back in casket Ra.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Sen.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 191 chars .

Ra.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Sen. crossing L]

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 133 chars .

Ra.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Exit Senora door L. Ra. up stage, calling in low tone

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

Enter Felipe R. F. Ra. hurries to him

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Ra.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

Felipe . surprised

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 178 chars .

Ra. wringing her hands

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 178 chars .

Ra.

Contains 54 words in 10 sentences using 249 chars .

Felipe . ( in horror )

Contains 52 words in 10 sentences using 250 chars .

Exit Ra. door L. Enter Senora L. F] Sen.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

( they sit on sofa R Sen.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Sen. ( relieved )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Sen. ( suceringly )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars .

Sen. ( startled )

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars .

Sen. ( angrily )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

Felipe . ( amazed )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Sen. ( rising and waving hand imperiously )

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 64 chars .

Felipe . ( aside )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

Sen. ( aside )

Contains 87 words in 8 sentences using 439 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

Sen. ( standing erect )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars .

Sen. ( taking seat beside Felipe)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 70 words in 7 sentences using 323 chars .

Sen.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 210 chars .

Sen. ( in horror )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 107 words in 4 sentences using 523 chars .

Sen. ( slowly eyeing him )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Sen.

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 182 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Sen.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 215 chars .

Felipe . ( amazed )

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars .

Sen. ( lifting eyebrows in surprise )

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

Felipe . ( excited walks about )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

Sen.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

Enter Ra. door L. cautiously crosses to R] Sen. ( rising )

Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 120 chars .

Exit Senora and Felipe door L. Ra. comes forward,looks anxiously about. Enter Ales. R. U. E. Ra. goes to him Ra.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

Ales. ( puts hand to forehead, then takes both of her hands in his )

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars .

Ra.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Ales.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Ra.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Ales.

Contains 69 words in 7 sentences using 354 chars .

Ra.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Ales.

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 190 chars .

Ra.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Ales.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ra.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Ales.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars .

Ra.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 131 chars .

Ales.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Ra.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

Ales.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

Ra.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

Ales.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Ra.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 206 chars .

Ales.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

Ra. ( clinging to him )

Contains 54 words in 2 sentences using 262 chars .

Ales.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

Ra.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 145 chars .

Ales.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

Ra.

Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 254 chars .

Ales.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Exit Ra. door L. Ales. R. U. E. Enter Mar. L. F] Mar.

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 156 chars .

Enter Ra. cautiously crossing to R and exit

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars .

Enter Felipe door L. Mar. hides and listens R] Felipe .

Contains 64 words in 10 sentences using 328 chars .

Enter Senora door L] Sen.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Sen. ( going forward )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars .

Sen. ( holding his arm )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 196 chars .

Enter Luigo R] Luigo .

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 127 chars .

Sen. ( to Felipe, with a malicious smile )

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars .

[Senora up C. L. Luigo starts to go up R. Felipe motions him to remain Felipe .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars .

Sen. ( calmly )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

[Luigo starts to go , Felipe prevents at C] Felipe .

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 44 chars .

END OF ACT II.
ACT III. Interior Indian Cottage. Table C. Cradle up L. Ra. discovered at work. Enter Alessandro. Ales.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Ra. ( greeting him )

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

Ales.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Ra.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Ales. ( wearily )

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

Ra. ( cheerily )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

Ales.

Contains 269 words in 12 sentences using 1377 chars .

Ra.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

Ales.

Contains 120 words in 11 sentences using 586 chars .

Ra.

Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 202 chars .

Ales.

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 133 chars .

Ra.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

Ales. ( fiercely )

Contains 168 words in 12 sentences using 837 chars .

Ra. ( laughing )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Ales. ( bowing head in hands )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

Ra.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars .

Ales. ( laughing )

Contains 169 words in 7 sentences using 819 chars .

Ra.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

Ales.

Contains 77 words in 6 sentences using 362 chars .

Ra.

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars .

Knock , Ales. opens door. Enter American Amer. ( looking about )

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

Ales.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Amer.

Contains 106 words in 6 sentences using 510 chars .

Ales.

Contains 57 words in 6 sentences using 284 chars .

[Ra. begins collecting things to pack Amer. embarrassed

Contains 210 words in 12 sentences using 996 chars .

Ales.

Contains 65 words in 4 sentences using 330 chars .

Amer. ( insolently )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

Ales.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Amer. ( sneering )

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars .

Ales. ( calmly )

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

Amer. ( sullenly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Ales.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Amer.

Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 228 chars .

Ales.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 211 chars .

Amer.

Contains 49 words in 5 sentences using 220 chars .

Ales.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

Amer. ( a little touched as he glances at Ra. and cradle )

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 154 chars .

Ales. ( starts fiercely and about to speak, but controls himself and speaks calmly )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

Amer.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

[Alessandro laughs, flings money on table, laughs fiercely again . Ra. terrified, goes to him Ra.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Ales.

Contains 67 words in 7 sentences using 291 chars .

Ra. ( weeping )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ales. ( scornfully )

Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 122 chars .

Ra.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars .

Ales.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 238 chars .

Ra.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

Ales. ( bitterly )

Contains 169 words in 11 sentences using 822 chars .

Exit Ales. Ra. puts blankets together, etc., goes to cradle . Ales. enters and carries out blankets Ra.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Enter Ales. takes out cradle, while Ra. wraps child in shawl Ales.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

Ra. ( pausing at door )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Ales.

Contains 20 words in 6 sentences using 102 chars .

Exit END OF ACT III.
ACT IV. Interior of another Indian Cottage. At back, door C. Window L. Door R. Table C, with piece of beef, knife, etc., on it . Aunt Ri. and Jos discovered Aunt Ri .

Contains 101 words in 6 sentences using 463 chars .

Jos .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Aunt Ri . ( quickly )

Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 306 chars .

Jos .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 172 words in 10 sentences using 768 chars .

Enter Ra. door R] Ra.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 190 words in 10 sentences using 932 chars .

Ra. ( sadly )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

Jos .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

Ra.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

Aunt Ri . ( rising indignantly )

Contains 198 words in 10 sentences using 936 chars .

Ra. ( following Aunt Ri and Jos to door )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Exit Aunt Ri and Jos. Ra. goes to door R and opens Ra.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Enter Carmena hurriedly Car. ( excitedly )

Contains 61 words in 6 sentences using 287 chars .

Ra. ( indignantly )

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

Car. ( in distress )

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 83 chars .

[Car. hides piece under rug R. F. and exit hurriedly Enter six men Merrill .

Contains 54 words in 6 sentences using 271 chars .

Ra.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

Jake .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Ra. ( turning on him like lightning )

Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

All the men laugh . Merrill discovers the hidden meal Merrill .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars .

Jake .

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

Merrill .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

Looks around . Jake gazes insolently at Ra. and makes a move toward her. She steps back, her eyes flashing Jake .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

Ra. ( knife in hand )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

[Ales. appears at door Ales.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Ra. ( throws down knife and runs to him )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Jake . ( to Merrill )

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

[Ales. goes to Merrill. Ra. exit R] Ales.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Merrill . ( drops meat, turns to Ales. his eyes fall )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Ales. ( pointing off )

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 212 chars .

The men gather about him All .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Jake .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

[Ales. remains silent Merrill .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

[Ales. silent. The men go away mumbling . Ales. goes to table, sits down and appears absent-minded . Ra. enters and goes to him Ra.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars .

Ales. ( wearily pulling hand to hand )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Ra.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars .

Ales.

Contains 106 words in 5 sentences using 494 chars .

Ra.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

Ales.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

[Ra. regards him anxiously, goes to window Ra.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

Ales.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Ra.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

[Ales. looks bewildered, strikes hand to forehead Ales.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Ra. ( terrified )

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 78 chars .

Ales.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 207 chars .

Ra. ( aside )

Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 257 chars .

noise without Merrill . ( from without )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Ales.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Starts to go forward and Merrill fires . Ales. falls , Merrill fires twice again Merrill . ( from without )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

Ra. ( kneeling beside Ales.)

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars .

END OF ACT IV.
ACT V. Garden at the Moreno Ranch same as Act I and II. Work basket filled with balls and pieces of colored rags, on table R. Mar. and Luigo discovered . Luigo .

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

Mar.

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars .

Luigo . ( laughs )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Mar.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 208 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

Mar.

Contains 94 words in 7 sentences using 435 chars .

Luigo .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

Mar.

Contains 50 words in 6 sentences using 223 chars .

Exit L. Luigo exit R. Enter Aunt Ri and Agent R. U. E.] Aunt Ri .

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 168 chars .

Agent .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 141 chars .

Agent .

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

Agent .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 204 chars .

Agent .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 49 words in 2 sentences using 234 chars .

Agent .

Contains 94 words in 5 sentences using 472 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars .

Agent .

Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 196 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 58 words in 3 sentences using 268 chars .

Agent .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

Aunt Ri . ( quickly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Agent .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 285 chars .

Agent . ( promptly )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 225 words in 8 sentences using 1068 chars .

Agent .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 134 words in 6 sentences using 619 chars .

Agent ( laughing complacently )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 149 chars .

Agent .

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 251 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

Agent .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 363 words in 17 sentences using 1725 chars .

Agent .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 263 words in 17 sentences using 1268 chars .

Agent .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Aunt Ri .

Contains 273 words in 10 sentences using 1308 chars .

Agent .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Aunt Ri . ( putting down work )

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 147 chars .

Agent . ( following )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

Enter Mar. L. as Aunt Ri and Agent exit Mar. ( looking after them )

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 215 chars .

Enter Felipe R. F] Felipe .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Mar.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 227 chars .

Ra. ( turning )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Felipe . ( coming forward )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

[Ra. takes seat R. Felipe L. at R. of stage Ra.

Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 272 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 187 chars .

Ra.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars .

Ra. ( slowly, looking at Felipe)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Ra.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

Ra.

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Ra.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Ra.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 278 chars .

Ra. ( earnestly )

Contains 102 words in 10 sentences using 538 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ra. ( putting her hands in his )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Felipe . ( clasping her hands )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Ra. ( withdrawing her hands and putting them up in warning )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Ra. ( reproachfully )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

Ra.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 48 words in 8 sentences using 218 chars .

Ra. ( hands clasped before her )

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars .

Felipe . ( joyfully )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

Ra.

Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 180 chars .

Felipe .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Aunt Ri . ( going forward )

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 233 chars .

END OF ACT V.