The Man of the Hour

ALWYN BENNETT Frederick Perry CHAS. WAINWRIGHT James E. Wilson SCOTT H. GIBBS Chas. Mackay RICHARD HORRIGAN J. O. LaBrasse JAMES PHELAN George Fawcett PERRY CARTER WAINWRIGHT Douglas Fairbanks JUDGE NEWMAN Chas. Stedman HENRY THOMPSON Geoffrey C. Stein WM. INGRAM Wm. Richards RICHARD P. RORERTS Bennett Southard HENRY WILLIAMS Mark J. Cody ARTHUR PAYNE Basil West OFFICE BOY Robt. A. Lothian DALLAS WAINWRIGHT Lillian Kemble CYNTHIA GARRISON Diva Marolda MRS. BENNETT Harriet Otis Dallenbaugh

ACT I. A room in the house of CHAS. WAINWRIGHT. ACT II. The Mayor's office. ACT III. Reception room in the Charlton Hotel. ACT IV. Two Committee Rooms in the City Hall.

CHARACTERS. ALWYN BENNETT CHARLES WAINWRIGHT SCOTT G. GIBBS RICHARD HORIGAN JAMES PHELAN PERRY CARTER WAINWRIGHT JUDGE BEWMAN HENRY THOMPSON RICHARD P. ROBERTS HENRY WILLIAMS MILLS, the BUTLER ARTHUR PAYNE DALLAS WAINWRIGHT CYNTHIA GARRISON MRS. BENNETT INGRAM

THE TIME is the Present.

THE PLACE is any large city in America.

ACT I.

SCENE: — Room in CHARLES WAINWRIGHT'S Summer home. The walls and ceiling are painted so as to represent the natural wood. There is a very large open fireplace R. built of cobblestones: this must be a distinct architectural feature of the room, which must convey the impression of the principal lounging and living-room in a wealthy man's spacious home in the mountains or near the seashore. The furnishings and furniture must tend to the same end. There is an exit R. below the fireplace and leading to a room which is used as WAINWRIGHT'S office when he is occupying the house: another entrance down L. as if from a hall; another a stairway up-stage L. as though coming from the rooms in the upper stories and one C. through large windows leading either on to the verandah, or to the lawn. There is a table C. with chairs R. and L. of it, a lounge L. and other furniture as required to dress the stage and as necessitated by the business of the play. On the table are some books and two messages received by WAINWRIGHT over his private wire in the room off R.

THE TIME is a summer day of last year .

DISCOVERED: — When the Curtain rises CHARLES WAINWRIGHT is shown. He is a very rich man of about sixty. He is tall and somewhat spare of figure. He is unmarried, the making of money having engrossed all his time and attention. The accumulation of wealth is still his occupation, and even in his summer home, he has a private telegraph wire which connects with his office and keeps him in touch with stocks and financial matters. He is crafty, cautious, treacherous and merciless. He dislikes to fight in the open, his character being expressed in a sentence he used early in the play: — "A lion would hunt much more successfully if he did not roar so loudly. He is reading a newspaper. The click-clock of the telegraph instrument is heard through the open door R. There is a slight pause .

Telegraph instrument stops before THOMPSON enters from R. He is WAINWRIGHT'S secretary and is about twenty-six years old. He is to all appearances, the ideal man for his position, being quiet, soft spoken, unobtrusive, hard working, painstaking and deferential. This, however, is all assumed, and underneath it he must show an occasional narrowing of the eyes, a dogged setting of the jaw and a quiet though evident alertness and watchfulness, when he is not under observation. Despite his deferential manner he must show to the audience, but not to the players, that he has power and passion and that he has schooled himself to his apparent manner and method for a purpose from which nothing can shake him. In his hand is a private wire message which he hands to WAINWRIGHT who reads it and places it on the table with the two others he has previously received . THOMPSON starts toward exit R.

WAINWRIGHT. ( Sitting in chair R. of table — he is reading )

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(THOMPSON stops .) THOMPSON. ( Quietly and deferentially )

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(WAINWRIGHT places despatch on file . THOMPSON, soft-footed and deferential, exits R. WAINWRIGHT picks up message again and reads . GIBBS enters from stairs , GIBBS is a man of thirty or thirty-five, irreproachably attired in fashionable garb. He is a stockbroker and an air of the city is about him. He is lithe of form and regular of feature. After leaving college he had gone into an office in Wall Street with the determination to get rich no matter what the cost. He has succeeded. He is already the head of his own brokerage firm and is known as a shrewd manipulator of the market and a heavy and desperate speculator .) GIBBS. ( Comes down back of table )

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(WAINWRIGHT looks at his watch significantly .) WAINWRIGHT.

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GIBBS. ( Smiling shame-facedly )

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WAINWRIGHT. ( Handing dispatches to GIBBS)

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GIBBS. ( Looking at dispatches, puts message on table )

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WAINWRIGHT. ( Playing for a laugh )

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GIBBS. (R. L. C.)

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GIBBS.

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(THOMPSON re-enters with another message. He also has a blank for the reply. He hands both to WAINWRIGHT.) THOMPSON.

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(WAINWRIGHT reads message and goes to table — writes answer .) GIBBS.

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THOMPSON.

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GIBBS.

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THOMPSON.

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GIBBS.

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THOMPSON.

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(WAINWRIGHT hands reply to THOMPSON.) WAINWRIGHT.

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THOMPSON. ( Goes L. and reads despatch )

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GIBBS. ( After door is closed . R. C.)

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GIBBS. ( Goes in front of table )

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WAINWRIGHT. ( Going to R.)

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WAINWRIGHT. ( To C. in front of table )

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GIBBS.

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(BUTLER enters L.) BUTLER.

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WAINWRIGHT.

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(JUDGE NEWMAN enters L. WAINWRIGHT goes to meet him . GIBBS drops down R. He is a man of sixty, supine and ingratiating. Nature intended him, to be an honest man but forgot to give him the necessary backbone. His wife is domineering and masterful and in years .) JUDGE.

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WAINWRIGHT. ( Making sign for all to be seated )

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WAINWRIGHT. ( Moves to back of table C.)

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(DALLAS enters from stairs L. She is a prepossessing, high-minded girl of twenty-five, dressed becomingly in modish summer clothes. It is evident from her manner that she is perturbed about something which has recently come to her notice. She comes down R. of lounge ) DALLAS.

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WAINWRIGHT. (C.)

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DALLAS.

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WAINWRIGHT. (R.)

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GIBBS. ( Crosses to table and takes up newspaper )

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(PERRY enters from stairs L. He is a light-hearted, buoyant chap of twenty-one. He is still a boy in every sense of the word. He is outspoken in manner and frank in his likes and dislikes. His love for his sister is sincere and unalloyed . GIBBS sees PERRY and stops . DALLAS turns to back of chair R.) GIBBS.

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PERRY. ( Very coolly )

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GIBBS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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GIBBS. ( To DALLAS)

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DALLAS.

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GIBBS.

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DALLAS. ( Moves to front of table )

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PERRY.

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PERRY. ( Referring to newspaper from table C.)

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY. ( Stopping at door L.)

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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(BUTLER appears L.) BUTLER.

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(BENNETT enters L. He is a good-looking, prepossessing young man of about thirty and is dressed in riding clothes. There is nothing in any sense weak about him, in fact he comes of fighting stock and takes after his forefathers, but his father having left him a fortune, thoughts of work for work's sake or for the mere doing of things, has never seriously entered his head. He comes on quickly and expectantly. He hopes to see DALLAS alone. Seeing her first his face lights up, but when his eye falls on PERRY his face drops somewhat. The BUTLER exits .) PERRY.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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PERRY.

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BENNETT.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS. ( Back of chair R. of table )

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PERRY.

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BENNETT. (L. C.)

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PERRY.

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BENNETT.

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(DALLAS moves to front of table .) PERRY.

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BENNETT.

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PERRY.

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BENNETT.

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PERRY.

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BENNETT. ( To DALLAS)

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DALLAS. ( Shaking head )

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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PERRY. ( Crosses to back of table )

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BENNETT.

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PERRY.

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(BUTLER appears L. MRS. BENNETT and MISS GARRISON enter L. DALLAS goes to meet them, as she does so PERRY comes quickly to BENNETT. MRS. BENNETT is a woman of distinction and refinement and is about fifty years of age. She is not of the type which thinks itself young at fifty and which dresses in gay colors and uses every artifice to conceal its years. While not old-fashioned nor of somber mind her romance died with the death of her husband and she lives, and takes her joy, in her son . CYNTHIA GARRISON is a breezy, good-natured outdoor girl of nineteen or twenty — DALLAS crosses to MRS. BENNETT.) MRS. BENNETT.

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(DALLAS kisses MRS. BENNETT.) PERRY. ( Apart to BENNETT)

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DALLAS. ( Going to CYNTHIA)

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CYNTHIA.

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PERRY. ( To BENNETT)

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DALLAS.

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CYNTHIA.

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CYNTHIA.

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CYNTHIA.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS. ( To MISS CYNTHIA)

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CYNTHIA.

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DALLAS.

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PERRY.

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CYNTHIA.

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PERRY.

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DALLAS. ( Goes to MRS. BENNETT and CYNTHIA)

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MRS. BENNETT.

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CYNTHIA.

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DALLAS.

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(CYNTHIA nods .) CYNTHIA.

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DALLAS.

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CYNTHIA.

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DALLAS. ( To MRS. BENNETT)

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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CYNTHIA.

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PERRY.

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CYNTHIA.

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CYNTHIA.

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CYNTHIA.

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PERRY.

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CYNTHIA.

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PERRY.

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CYNTHIA. ( To MRS. BENNETT and DALLAS)

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PERRY.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT. ( Crosses to L. of table )

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MRS. BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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(THOMPSON grips his hands and sets his teeth. Then he stands, breathless listening .) MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT. ( Takes chair from L. of table, places it so that he may lean on it )

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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( With an effort THOMPSON pulls himself together and goes to table . MRS. BENNETT sees him, rises and looks at him inquiringly .) THOMPSON.

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DALLAS.

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(THOMPSON exits .) DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT. ( Drops down to back of lounge )

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MRS. BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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(DALLAS shudders .) DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT. ( Crosses to table L., sits in chair )

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DALLAS.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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MRS. BENNETT.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT. ( Goes R. of table )

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT. ( Seriously )

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

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BENNETT.

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DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 100 words in 10 sentences using 443 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 121 words in 11 sentences using 618 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

( The voices of PHELAN and the BUTLER are heard off L. PHELAN is asking for admittance and MILLS is protesting . BUTLER enters L. He is evidently perturbed .) DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Off R.)

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 63 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Seeing BENNETT C. Back of table )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 40 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

(PHELAN enters L. He is a man of fifty or fifty-five, of at least the average height, somewhat florid of face, and of considerable bulk. He is shrewd but good-natured; courageous yet good humored, and he has learned worldly wisdom in the school of experience. He is an East side ALDERMAN, who rules his domain because the people know him and like him. Starting at the foot of the police ladder years before, he worked his way up till he became chief and when retired by a new executive he went to the ward where he was always popular and ever since, has always been elected by a big majority .) PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Goes toward PHELAN, takes his hand, then passes him to GIBBS R.)

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 62 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

(WAINWRIGHT looks at watch .) PHELAN. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 210 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PHELAN. (R. Goes to GIBBS)

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 198 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

PHELAN. ( Goes up C. Back of table )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PHELAN. ( Going to table. Quietly, but smartly )

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

(GIBBS rises . BUTLER exits L. HORIGAN enters L. He is a man of fifty-five of great physical strength and bull-dog courage and tenacity. These are evidenced by his firm step and his square jaws. He is essentially a fighting man, giving no quarter and asking none. He is a man of the people, has risen from the ranks till he is now the political boss of a great city. Rich and extremely powerful. As he has risen in influence he has acquired the habit of correct speech, somewhat by study and application but mostly absorption, till his lapses are now infrequent and not common. He radiates physical energy, strength, courage and stubborness .) HORIGAN. (L.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PHELAN. ( Indicating WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 102 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Scornfully )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 107 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PHELAN. ( To HORIGAN)

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Going to WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 190 chars .

(GIBBS sits R.) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 83 words in 8 sentences using 390 chars .

( The above was the dictum of RICHARD CROCKER; during the above GIBBS drops down a little and HORIGAN finishes speech at L. corner of table . JUDGE NEWMAN enters L.) JUDGE.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Going up a little )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Going to JUDGE L. C.)

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 127 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

JUDGE. ( Appealing )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Coming down )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

JUDGE. (WAINWRIGHT moves R. C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 124 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Going to WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Crosses to GIBBS R. C.)

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 10 chars .

GIBBS. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BUTLER.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R. of table )

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 212 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Rises, moves to C.)

Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 282 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Goes to HORIGAN)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Moves up to HORIGAN)

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 166 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Moves to WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R. C.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

HORIGAN. (R.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Goes toward HORIGAN)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 216 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Goes to WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Crosses to L.)

Contains 46 words in 7 sentences using 209 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 85 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 51 words in 1 sentence using 222 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Reflectively )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Going to bell on wall L. HORIGAN goes R. a little )

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 124 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Going R.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

(MILLS enters .) MILLS.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

( Enter BENNETT to back of table BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 89 chars .

(HORIGAN nods .) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BENNETT. ( Reflectively )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

BENNETT. ( To HORIGAN)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(BENNETT crosses down R.) BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

HORIGAN. (L. C. BENNETT R. — WAINWRIGHT C.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

( To WAINWRIGHT.) CURTAIN.

ACT II.

SCENE: — The action takes place in the executive office of the MAYOR. It is a high, noble-looking room, the mural decorations of which are quiet and dignified, and the furnishings and furniture in accord with them. The MAYOR'S flat desk is R. and several chairs are about office. There are two entrances one about L. 2 from the waiting room; and one R. above the desk and leading to an inner office. The time is about seven months later than ACT I. It is afternoon .

DISCOVERED: — When the curtain rises CYNTHIA enters from L. dressed as if for the street, crosses the stage and exits R. INGRAM enters R. and stands waiting for CYNTHIA to re-enter. He is a man of about sixty, not above the average height and a little feeble. He wears a door-keeper's uniform, he has in hand the list of appointments for the afternoon and for the following morning . CYNTHIA re-enters R. having taken off her hat and coat .

CYNTHIA. ( Crosses to table C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 215 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

(INGRAM hands mail to CYNTHIA. CYNTHIA begins to open the letters .) INGRAM. ( Still gently. Moves to front of table and gives letters to CYNTHIA)

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Indicating correspondence )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 171 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

PERRY. ( Goes to desk )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PERRY. ( Position to go R. of desk. Crosses around back of desk )

Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

PERRY. ( Going to desk R. and leaning hands on it. Bending towards CYNTHIA)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

(BENNETT enters R.) BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BENNETT. ( Gives hat to INGRAM)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BENNETT. ( Comes to PERRY)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

PERRY. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 184 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 141 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 52 words in 1 sentence using 248 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 136 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

PERRY. ( Moves to R. of table )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

BENNETT. (PERRY works behind BENNETT to L. of him. To CYNTHIA)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PERRY. ( Going down L.)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 246 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 108 words in 6 sentences using 498 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 69 words in 3 sentences using 338 chars .

BENNETT. ( Giving INGRAM his hand )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

BENNETT. ( Very sincerely )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Gently )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

PERRY. ( Getting back to Comedy )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

BENNETT. ( Lightly )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 22 words in 8 sentences using 115 chars .

BENNETT. ( To his mother )

Contains 76 words in 11 sentences using 349 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

(INGRAM enters R.) INGRAM.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BENNETT. ( To PERRY)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PERRY. ( Goes to exit R. To BENNETT)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 55 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 198 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 229 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 219 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars .

(INGRAM enters R.) INGRAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars .

BENNETT. ( Going R.)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

(WAINWRIGHT enters R.) WAINWRIGHT. ( Going to BENNETT)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT. ( Rising. They shake hands; BENNETT indicates chair which WAINWRIGHT declines )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To PHELAN)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

PHELAN. ( Whistles softly )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (BENNETT sits in chair back of desk )

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 86 words in 5 sentences using 445 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

(INGRAM enters R.) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

INGRAM.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To BENNETT)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BENNETT. ( To INGRAM)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

(INGRAM exits R.) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

PHELAN. (D. L.)

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To BENNETT)

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

THOMPSON. ( Apart to WAINWRIGHT quickly R.)

Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 231 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To THOMPSON)

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Going R. towards exit )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 140 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

(THOMPSON looks at PHELAN and then replies in the tone of a man who does not recognize the one addressing him, but who wishes to be polite .) THOMPSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

THOMPSON

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

(THOMPSON exits R.) BENNETT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT. ( Raising )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 143 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 60 words in 2 sentences using 291 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

(INGRAM enters R.) INGRAM.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(INGRAM exits .) PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PHELAN. ( Going L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

(MRS. BENNETT enters R.) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 78 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

DALLAS. ( Going L., crosses to PHELAN)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 89 words in 3 sentences using 387 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 24 chars .

(BENNETT places chair for MRS. BENNETT.) BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

(NOTE: — MR. GIBBS plays this scene smilingly and with every appearance of good nature. Enters R.) GIBBS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 81 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 141 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 40 words in 1 sentence using 202 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 170 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars .

BENNETT. ( Moves down to GIBBS R.)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 96 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

GIBBS. ( Going )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(PHELAN nods . GIBBS exits R.) PHELAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

DALLAS. ( Rising and offering hand )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 221 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT. ( Crosses to C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 218 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

(CYNTHIA enters L.) CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Sees DALLAS)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 117 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

(CYNTHIA comes down L.) MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(BENNETT unseen by DALLAS and MRS. BENNETT pantomimes for CYNTHIA to take his mother into the room R. After bus. , CYNTHIA understands .) CYNTHIA. ( To MRS. BENNETT)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 10 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

BENNETT. ( Coming down and interposing )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

(CYNTHIA points to BENNETT and DALLAS, CYNTHIA and MRS. BENNETT exeunt R. There is a slight pause. Then DALLAS impulsively offers her hand to BENNETT.) DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BENNETT. ( Taking DALLAS hand )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars .

BENNETT. ( Going to DALLAS)

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 240 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 217 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 45 words in 5 sentences using 190 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 276 chars .

( The door R. opens quickly and HORIGAN enters. He is evidently in great rage . DALLAS turns up stage R. of table to C., then moves down L.) HORIGAN.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BENNETT. ( Indicating out R.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

(BENNETT gets coat from table C.) BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

(DALLAS indicates her coat; BENNETT helps her to put it on . BENNETT goes to door L. DALLAS goes to door R.) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. ( Off L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Crosses back of table to door R. MRS. BENNETT enters L. followed by CYNTHIA.) MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(BENNETT goes to door R. and opens door .) DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

(MRS. BENNETT. crosses to door R.) DALLAS. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

(DALLAS exits, closing door R. There is a short pause . BENNETT sits at his desk . HORIGAN enters. His anger has not subsided and he shows it in every look and tone . R. of table .) HORIGAN. ( His anger plainly evident )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT. ( Quietly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 138 chars .

BENNETT. ( Still quietly )

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

BENNETT. ( Playing for laugh )

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Turns, puts coat and hat on table R., then turns to R. of table )

Contains 69 words in 4 sentences using 307 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 143 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 252 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 71 words in 6 sentences using 310 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BENNETT. ( Goes to HORIGAN.)

Contains 65 words in 5 sentences using 289 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 132 words in 3 sentences using 716 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

BENNETT. ( Crosses back to C. of desk )

Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 52 words in 2 sentences using 262 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 199 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 114 words in 8 sentences using 627 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 97 words in 6 sentences using 503 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Crosses to him )

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 133 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

BENNETT. ( Rises )

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 219 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Moves up to table )

Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 67 words in 6 sentences using 349 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT III. SCENE: — The scene is a parlor in the Charlton Hotel on the floor where the administration Ball is being held. It is luxuriously furnished in the manner usual to such rooms. There is an entrance C. leading to a hall and one L. leading to another room . (PERRY and CYNTHIA enter L. Two Step at Rise .) PERRY. (L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

CYNTHIA. (L.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

(BENNETT and MRS. BENNETT enter C. from L. and go down stage R.) CYNTHIA.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

(CYNTHIA sits at table on seat down stage .) BENNETT. ( To CYNTHIA C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PERRY. (L. C.)

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 150 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

PERRY. (C.)

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 207 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

(BENNETT and MRS. BENNETT laugh, seated R.) PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars .

(GIBBS and DALLAS enter C. from L. as if from the dance .) GIBBS. (C.)

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

(MRS. BENNETT bows .) DALLAS. ( To MRS. BENNETT)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DALLAS. ( To GIBBS)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

GIBBS. (C.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

PERRY. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PERRY. ( To DALLAS)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DALLAS. ( Looking at program )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

PERRY. ( Putting up his hand )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

( Bus. for PERRY going to head of class. Goes and sits on chair up L. Music starts .) DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

(BENNETT nods .) BENNETT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 160 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( To PERRY)

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

( Music — March P. P. ) PERRY. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( To PERRY)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

PERRY. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

(GIBBS re-enters .) GIBBS. ( To CYNTHIA)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

PERRY. ( Down C.)

Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 208 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PERRY. ( Going up C. L.)

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

DALLAS. ( Going to PERRY up C.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 39 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. ( Gently )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 204 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 208 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 336 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 119 chars .

BENNETT. ( Arms about her )

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

(PHELAN enters briskly from R.) PHELAN. ( Speaking as he comes on )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PHELAN. (R.)

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars .

(DALLAS enters C. from L. down R.) DALLAS. ( Speaking as she comes in )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 119 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT. (R. C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DALLAS. ( Hesitatingly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 48 words in 7 sentences using 245 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 265 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

(HORIGAN and WAINWRIGHT enter C. from L., HORIGAN sees BENNETT and DALLAS and stops. Comes down L. C.) DALLAS. (R.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BENNETT. (R. C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BENNETT. ( To DALLAS)

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

HORIGAN. (C.)

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

(WILLIAMS enters hurriedly from L. He is about forty-five and is HORIGAN's leader in the Council. He comes down L.) WILLIAMS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

WILLIAMS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

WILLIAMS.

Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WILLIAMS.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

WILLIAMS. ( Starts up )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 162 chars .

WILLIAMS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 110 chars .

(GIBBS enters C. R. down L.) GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Going to GIBBS L. HORIGAN going R.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

GIBBS. ( A little uneasily )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

GIBBS. ( As before )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 115 chars .

GIBBS. (L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (C.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

GIBBS. ( Getting alarmed )

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

GIBBS. ( Greatly alarmed )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

GIBBS. ( Eagerly )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Savagely and playing for laugh )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN. (R.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

(GIBBS exits L.) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Takes papers from pockets to refer to )

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

(JUDGE NEWMAN enters L. WAINWRIGHT up stage R.) JUDGE.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

JUDGE. ( Beaming )

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Going to JUDGE )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

JUDGE. ( Getting alarmed )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 157 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

HORIGAN. (L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

JUDGE. (L.)

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Grimly, but playing for laugh )

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

JUDGE. (L.)

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 102 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 127 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

HORIGAN. (C.)

Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars .

(ROBERTS enters R.) WAINWRIGHT. ( Genially )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

ROBERT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To HORIGAN)

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

ROBERTS. (R. C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 149 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

( There is a pause . PHELAN is unseen — appears C. He looks in for a second then disappears R. to L.) ROBERTS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 63 words in 5 sentences using 330 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Goes a little R.)

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 174 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

(WILLIAMS meets HORIGAN C. with package of paper — exits C. There is a short pause; ROBERTS pulls himself together and walks towards exit R. PHELAN enters R.) PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

ROBERTS. (C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

(BENNETT enters C. from R.) BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PHELAN. (R.)

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

PHELAN. ( Going to BENNETT)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

(JUDGE enters R. C.) JUDGE. ( To BENNETT)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BENNETT. (L. C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PHELAN. ( To BENNETT)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

BENNETT. (L. C.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

JUDGE. (C.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 137 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 225 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars .

JUDGE. (R. — indignantly )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

BENNETT. ( Crossing to R.)

Contains 36 words in 6 sentences using 192 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

JUDGE. ( Returns back to BENNETT R.)

Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 124 chars .

( There is a short pause . HORIGAN looks in, then enters C. from R. unseen by BENNETT down R. C.) HORIGAN. (R. C.)

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

BENNETT. ( Going to HORIGAN)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 203 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 221 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 95 words in 3 sentences using 543 chars .

( During the above speech, despite his efforts at control , HORIGAN'S voice has gradually risen .) BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 14 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 69 words in 8 sentences using 330 chars .

(HORIGAN exits R. C. BENNETT stands immovable for a time, then slowly picks up report L.; sits on chair. He reads it .) BENNETT. ( To himself )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

(MRS. BENNETT enters L.) MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars .

( Instinctively BENNETT tries to hide the report. Rises .) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

BENNETT. (L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. (L.)

Contains 53 words in 8 sentences using 247 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 191 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT. ( Sits R. of table )

Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. ( Rises and crosses to C.)

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

BENNETT. (R.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. ( Getting vaguely alarmed )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

MRS. BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BENNETT. (R.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 104 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 124 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

MRS. BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

(MRS. BENNETT and BENNETT exeunt to R. PERRY enters L., turns up C.) PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

PERRY. (L. C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

PERRY. ( Going to exit L.)

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

( Enter THOMPSON, C.) THOMPSON.

Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

(THOMPSON gives an almost imperceptible start, then quickly pulls himself .) THOMPSON.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

THOMPSON. (R. C.)

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

(CYNTHIA and PERRY enter L.) PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

(PERRY exits L. CYNTHIA looks after him .) PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

THOMPSON. (R. C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

(CYNTHIA goes toward PHELAN.) CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 55 chars .

PHELAN. ( Going a little L.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

THOMPSON. (R.)

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

PHELAN. (L. C.)

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

CYNTHIA. (R. C.)

Contains 82 words in 9 sentences using 371 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 109 chars .

CYNTHIA. (R. C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

(PHELAN nods .) PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

(THOMPSON holds out his arms . CYNTHIA goes to him. He embraces her . PERRY re-enters with fan , L.) PERRY.

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars .

CYNTHIA. ( Going to C.)

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

PERRY. (L.)

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

CYNTHIA. (C.)

Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 160 chars .

PERRY. (L.)

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

PERRY. (L.)

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

PERRY. ( Crosses to THOMPSON)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

PERRY. (R.)

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 42 words in 8 sentences using 209 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

PHELAN. (L. C.)

Contains 40 words in 8 sentences using 195 chars .

PERRY. (L.)

Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 173 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

( There is a pause . PERRY smiles slowly, then opens his arms .) PERRY.

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

CYNTHIA. (L. C.)

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

THOMPSON. (R.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

CYNTHIA.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 225 chars .

(JUDGE enters C. from R.) JUDGE. ( Down C.)

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

(DALLAS laughs off L. She enters with GIBBS talking .) JUDGE.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 282 chars .

JUDGE.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

(JUDGE exits R.) DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 291 chars .

DALLAS. ( Rises )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (C.)

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

(WAINWRIGHT crosses R.) GIBBS. (L.)

Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 158 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

(BENNETT enters .) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

BENNETT. ( Enters C.)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 144 chars .

BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 212 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

GIBBS. (L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R. C.)

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 244 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R.)

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

GIBBS. (L.)

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

BENNETT. (C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. (R.)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 77 words in 8 sentences using 362 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 165 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 175 chars .

CURTAIN.

ACT IV.

SCENE: — The scene is a divided stage set as in diagram below .

It shows two rooms in the City Hall with a door between them. In each room is an oblong table , C. on which are pens, ink and paper. There is a chair R. L. C. and another R. L. C. of each table, and there are also two comfortable office chairs in each room, as well as a telephone. The room R. is used by HORIGAN as his office on the important occasions when he considers his presence necessary at the City Hall. When the curtain rises HORIGAN, WAINWRIGHT and GIBBS are discovered in the room. There is about them an air of tension and excitement . GIBBS is palpably nervous , WAINWRIGHT shows suppressed anxiety and HORIGAN is carrying matters with an air of steadiness and coolness which he is far from feeling . WAINWRIGHT is sitting L. GIBBS C. up . HORIGAN is sitting R.)

WAINWRIGHT. (L. of table )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

HORIGAN. (R. of table )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

GIBBS. (C. of table )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 128 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 265 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(HORIGAN takes out a cigar-case and offers it to WAINWRIGHT.) HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To GIBBS)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(GIBBS takes a cigar, puts it between his touch, but does not light it. Instead he chews on it nervously . HORIGAN offers case to WAINWRIGHT. HORIGAN replaces cigar case in his pocket . WILLIAMS enters R. from Council Chamber .) WILLIAMS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 147 words in 21 sentences using 717 chars .

(PAYNE enters committee room from entrance C. He comes in briskly, sits at table, and writes quickly .) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 6 sentences using 78 chars .

GIBBS. ( Quickly )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Savagely )

Contains 55 words in 11 sentences using 236 chars .

GIBBS. ( Nervously )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 244 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Playing for laugh )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Sitting L. of table. Indicating GIBBS)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 106 chars .

(WAINWRIGHT rises and crosses to HORIGAN. HORIGAN hands a fresh cigar to GIBBS. DALLAS and PERRY appear at door C. leading to Committee Room . PAYNE sits L. of table .) PERRY. ( To DALLAS)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

( They enter the room .) PERRY. ( Crosses down R. DALLAS above table C.)

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars .

PAYNE. ( Briskly without looking up )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DALLAS. ( Going to PERRY)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PAYNE. ( Starting to go )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 103 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

DALLAS. (L. C.)

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars .

DALLAS. ( Rises )

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars .

(BENNETT and PHELAN enter C. from R.) BENNETT. ( Speaking as he comes on )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

(DALLAS bows .) PHELAN. (L.)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DALLAS. ( Faintly, down L.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars .

PHELAN. (PHELAN comes down L. to DALLAS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 222 chars .

(BENNETT finishes writing and hands note to PHELAN.) BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

(BENNETT starts toward exit C.) PERRY. ( Goes to BENNETT)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 50 words in 3 sentences using 236 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 40 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 53 chars .

(PAYNE enters R. crosses the hall quickly and enters room . PERRY turns up-stage R. DALLAS turns up L.) PAYNE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 62 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

PAYNE. (C.)

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 250 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

(GIBBS enters R.) GIBBS. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

(DALLAS and PERRY enter R.) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

(DALLAS sees HORIGAN.) DALLAS. ( To GIBBS)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 60 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

(HORIGAN bows .) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PERRY. ( Going down R.)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 195 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars .

WILLIAMS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

DALLAS and PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To DALLAS)

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To WILLIAMS)

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

(WILLIAMS exits R.) DALLAS. ( To HORIGAN)

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 163 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To DALLAS)

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Goes down R. and moves to front of desk )

Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Going to L. C.)

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Reflectively )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

( The door L. leading into the room L. is opened cautiously and ROBERTS enters. He sees PAYNE, hesitates then starts to draw back but PAYNE'S attention is attracted and he looks up and sees him .) PAYNE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

(PAYNE exits C. to R. There is a short pause. Then he goes to door R. and knocks twice .) HORIGAN. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

(HORIGAN opens door , ROBERTS enters and crosses R. HORIGAN closes door, and locks it . PAYNE appears at door C. of room L. just as the door closes .) PAYNE.

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

ROBERTS. ( Goes towards HORIGAN)

Contains 71 words in 8 sentences using 344 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 83 words in 9 sentences using 366 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

(PAYNE re-appears at door C. of room L. He pantomimes off R. as if telling someone "Yes, that's the place." Then he stands back in the hall and watches the door to the room R. The door V. of room R. suddenly opens and BENNETT enters. There is a short pause .) BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

BENNETT. ( To ROBERTS)

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

(ROBERTS is R. of table . HORIGAN L. of table , BENNETT back C. of table .) ROBERTS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 182 chars .

ROBERTS.

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars .

BENNETT. ( Kindly )

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 153 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 190 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 62 words in 8 sentences using 276 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

(GIBBS enters room R. through door R.) GIBBS.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

GIBBS. ( Sitting on R. chair of table. Panic stricken )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

HORIGAN. (C. above table )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 158 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

HORIGAN. ( Goes to GIBBS)

Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars .

GIBBS. ( Rising and going to front of table to )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

(PERRY and DALLAS enter room R.) PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

(PHELAN appears at door R., comes on closing door after him .) PHELAN.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

PHELAN. (C.)

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

DALLAS. (R.)

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

PHELAN. ( To PERRY)

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

PERRY. (L.)

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 211 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

DALLAS. ( Crosses to PERRY L.)

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 269 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars .

DALLAS. ( Alone )

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

(BENNETT and GIBBS enter room L.) GIBBS.

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

BENNETT ignores GIBBS.) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

GIBBS. ( Indicating room R.)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

BENNETT. ( Going front of table )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

(GIBBS hesitates not knowing just how to begin . DALLAS sits .) GIBBS.

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

(DALLAS hears the voices and remains silent .) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

GIBBS. (R. C.)

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 91 chars .

(DALLAS rises and stands listening .) BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 69 words in 6 sentences using 310 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 94 words in 7 sentences using 444 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 212 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 166 chars .

PERRY. ( Enters R.)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars .

(GIBBS enters room R.) GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 61 words in 6 sentences using 282 chars .

GIBBS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 58 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

PERRY. ( Back to comedy )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

DALLAS. ( Rising )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DALLAS. ( Goes down L. — PERRY joins her )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

(PHELAN and PAYNE enter room L. at door C. from L.) PHELAN.

Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

PAYNE.

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

(PAYNE exits C. to R. PHELAN goes down C. back of table .) DALLAS.

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars .

PERRY. ( Going to corner of table )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

(PHELAN looks DALLAS in the face. She drops her eyes and he understands .) PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

DALLAS. ( Going to door L.)

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

PERRY.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

PHELAN. ( Alone )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

(BENNETT enters C. from R. and goes to PHELAN.) BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

(HORIGAN and WAINWRIGHT enter room R.) WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

(HORIGAN and WAINWRIGHT enter room L.) PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 44 words in 6 sentences using 221 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 207 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

WAINWRIGHT ( Astounded )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

( The situation dawns on WAINWRIGHT. He is overcome by the meaning and the horror of it. He gasps and seems about to collapse .) BENNETT. ( To WAINWRIGHT)

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( To THOMPSON)

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 49 words in 3 sentences using 272 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 154 words in 8 sentences using 735 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 114 words in 7 sentences using 573 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

BENNETT. ( Goes to THOMPSON)

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 59 words in 6 sentences using 275 chars .

( Down L. THOMPSON sobs hysterically . BENNETT pantomimes for PHELAN to take him away .) PHELAN.

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

THOMPSON.

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars .

(THOMPSON exeunts L. There is a pause . WAINWRIGHT in seat R. of table . WILLIAMS enters from room R. WAINWRIGHT drops into chair R. of table .) ( Police effect off .) HORIGAN.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

(WILLIAMS enters room L.) BENNETT.

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

WAINWRIGHT.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars .

(PHELAN stops and comes down . WILLIAMS looks at HORIGAN. BENNETT sits in chair C. back of desk .) HORIGAN.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

(WILLIAMS exits R. Drops down R.) PHELAN. ( To HORIGAN)

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

PHELAN.

Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 216 chars .

HORIGAN. ( To BENNETT)

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars .

WAINWRIGHT. ( Rising )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

HORIGAN.

Contains 44 words in 5 sentences using 237 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

( Rises and moves around R. to front of desk ) PHELAN.

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

(PHELAN opens door L. DALLAS enters L. and goes towards BENNETT. PHELAN exits L.) BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

DALLAS.

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars .

BENNETT.

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

CURTAIN.