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      NEW HAMPSHIRE GOLD.CHARACTERS.
    • JOEL MAYDEW, a New Hampshire farmer .
    • COLONEL STANDISH, a Boston speculator .
    • DAVID GERRISH.
    • JACK HAMILTON, Col. Standish's nephew .
    • BIJAH GREEN.
    • SID SPARKS.
    • DAISY MAYDEW, Joel's daughter .
    • CHRISTIE GERRISH, David's sister .
    • BLANCHE STANDISH, Col. Standish's daughter .
    • MIRANDY MAYDEW, Joel's wife .
    • BENJAMIN FRANKLIN GERRISH, younger brother and sister of Christie and David .
    • BESSIE GERRISH, younger brother and sister of Christie and David .
    • BOBBY GERRISH, younger brother and sister of Christie and David .
    • MANDY GERRISH, younger brother and sister of Christie and David .
    • Haymakers, workmen in mine.

NOTE. — The costumes are those of the present time. Three days are supposed to elapse between Act I. and Act II., and several weeks between Act II. and Act III. Amateurs wishing to put on this play without painted scenery will find that a very effective background can be made, in the outdoor scene, by placing young evergreen trees near together, across the back of the stage. The boulders are best made of irregularly padded boxes, covered with cambric, and painted. A mass of loose evergreen bush must lie at back of stage in outdoor scene, to hide bag of specimens in. A crash of music can be substituted for thunder, when David is struck down by Colonel Standish, in Act II., Scene III.

STAGE SETTINGS .

. Scene I

— Interior of the Gerrish Cottage, on the mountain side . BENJAMIN FRANKLIN on high stool, ciphering rapidly on blackboard, and glancing at clock . BESSY, in chair at L. F., is trying to pin up rent in dress . BOBBY is running about playing ball, and MANDY stands on little stool at table , R. F., covered with flour, and kneading bread .
Enter CHRISTIE, R., with apron of chips. She goes to stove, puts them in, etc.
Christie
( turning ).

Note: Contains 69 words in 6 sentences using 334 chars.

[BOBBY whimpers .
Bessy
( half crying ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

Benj. Frank.
( wildly ).

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 151 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 279 chars.

Benj. Frank.
( snivelling ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

Benj. Frank.
( still snivelling ).

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 148 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

Benj. Frank.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 85 words in 6 sentences using 389 chars.

Enter DAVID GERRISH, R., carrying meal bags. He sits by table , C., with depressed air .
Christie
( after watching him a moment over her sewing ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie
( putting on all the children's hats, giving them tin dinner pails, and an apple apiece ).

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars.

Children
( going , L.).

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

David
( irritably ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

David
( striking boots with whip ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie
( excitedly ).

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 311 chars.

David
( rising excitedly, moving about ).

Note: Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 261 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 85 words in 5 sentences using 391 chars.

David
( aside ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

Knocking at door .
Christie.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

Enter DAISY MAYDEW.
Daisy
( laughing ).

Note: Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 227 chars.

David
( rising ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars.

Flings on hat; goes out R.
Christie
( reproachfully ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

Daisy
( going to mirror, arranging curls and hat ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

Daisy
( turning, and coming to lean on table , C.).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 284 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars.

Daisy
( tossing head ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars.

Daisy
( impulsively ).

Note: Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 229 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars.

Daisy
( turning away, covering face ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie
( starting violently ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

Daisy
(( laughing, throwing arms round CHRISTIE'S neck ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie
( half laughing, pushing her off ).

Note: Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 131 chars.

Picks up basket; exit R.
Daisy
( looks after CHRISTIE, goes to table , C., picks up DAVID'S whip ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars.

She drops handkerchief noticeably at C. F., and hides behind clothes-bars .
David
( looks in at R., sees no one , enters . Sees handkerchief, picks it up, looks at corner, reads ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars.

Sits by table, buries head in arms upon it, holding handkerchief against face .
Daisy
( steals out, advances slowly, looks at him, lays hand on his shoulder ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

[DAVID starts and looks around, and remains looking up at her, with handkerchief in left hand, on table . DAISY goes to L. F., deftly catching handkerchief out of his hand as she passes .
Daisy
( tucking handkerchief in belt ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

Daisy
( glancing at him over shoulder ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

David
( rises, leans on table ).

Note: Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 308 chars.

Sits in chair by table again, head on hand .
Daisy
( glancing through window, aside ).

Note: Contains 41 words in 9 sentences using 198 chars.

Exit R.
Christie
( sternly ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

David
( discovering DAISY'S handkerchief in his pocket, taking it out and looking at it ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Tableau. — Change Scene .)

. Scene II

— Outdoor scene, on the Maydew farm. Two small boulders in foreground, one L., one R.
Enter BIJAH, L., with scythe. He is a lank man with a squeaky voice .
Bijah.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars.

Listens, then goes to C. back, takes cider jug from where it is hidden in brush, drinks. Then limps off , L., with jug .
Enter , R., DAISY MAYDEW and JACK HAMILTON, come to C.
Daisy.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars.

Daisy
( backing off ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Jack
( taking steps ).

Note: Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

They waltz; DAISY dancing with perfect ease and skill .
Jack
( pausing, astonished ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

Daisy
( laughing ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars.

Daisy
( laughing ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

Jack
( pulling moustache, glancing at her, sideways ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 167 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Daisy
( clasping hands ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars.

Jack
( complacently ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

Jack
( suspiciously ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

Daisy
( impatiently ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

Jack
( coughing, jumping up ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

Daisy
( jumping up ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars.

Daisy
( repentant ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

Exeunt R. F.
Enter CHRISTIE, R. B.
Christie
( rushes to back of stage, calls ).

Note: Contains 34 words in 6 sentences using 173 chars.

Mirandy
( appearing at R.).

Note: Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 160 chars.

Exeunt R.
Enter L. B., JOEL MAYDEW, BIJAH GREEN, SID SPARKS, BENJ. FRANKLIN and BOBBY GERRISH, and two haymakers. The men carry scythes, pitch-forks, rakes, etc. , BOBBY goes off R.
Joel
( to BIJAH).

Note: Contains 82 words in 4 sentences using 366 chars.

Bijah
( meekly ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 87 words in 5 sentences using 400 chars.

Bijah
( shaking fist, with instant change of manner ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

All laugh again .
Sid.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

Bijah
( putting hat on head sideways, doubling fists, and dancing about ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

[SID advances, knocks hat off, They wrestle, going back and forth across stage several times. The rest form a ring, clap hands, cry "Go it, Bije;" "Give it to him, Sid," etc.
Christie
( enters R., with pail of water ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

They stop, laughing . SID SPARKS throws his arm about CHRISTIE, and kisses her. She instantly empties the pail of water over him .
Christie.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

Exit R. All laugh, and point at SID, who coughs and strangles, and mops his face with his sleeve . JOEL enters R.
Joel.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

Sid
( coughing and angry ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars.

Sid.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

Sid
( surprised ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

[JOEL stands with one foot on boulder , L., others group themselves, some sitting, some standing .
Joel.

Note: Contains 52 words in 3 sentences using 251 chars.

Sid
( startled ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

Joel
( sadly ).

Note: Contains 115 words in 5 sentences using 604 chars.

Puts hat on, and turns slowly away, while all stand grave and quiet looking down .
BOBBY, BESSY and MANDY enter , L. B.
Bobby.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

Bessy.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

Mandy
( hopping about ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

Benj. Frank.
( catching hold of her ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars.

The workmen in the mine, carrying tin pails, and with picks over their shoulders, file past across back. Some nod and speak .
Joel
( looking after them ).

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars.

Colonel Standish
( shakes hands cordially ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars.

CHRISTIE enters from house, remains at side, observing .
Col. S.

Note: Contains 59 words in 7 sentences using 319 chars.

Christie
( aside ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

Joel
( smiling; much pleased ).

Note: Contains 128 words in 6 sentences using 620 chars.

Col. S.
( aside ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars.

Christie
( aside ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

Col. S.
( appears hurt ).

Note: Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 144 chars.

[CHRISTIE, BIJAH, SID, two hay-makers and children exeunt R.
Joel.

Note: Contains 134 words in 9 sentences using 615 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 224 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 54 words in 3 sentences using 252 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 153 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 120 words in 6 sentences using 539 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 75 words in 7 sentences using 347 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars.

Turns to go .
Col. S.

Note: Contains 62 words in 6 sentences using 285 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars.

Col. S.
( startled ).

Note: Contains 48 words in 7 sentences using 241 chars.

Joel
( pleased ).

Note: Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars.

Exeunt , L. B., talking together .
Enter DAISY, R. F., with hat. Sits on boulder , R., alters trimming, looks at it, etc.
Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

Daisy
( takes it ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars.

David
( sits ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

Daisy
( leaning forward to look in his face ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 158 chars.

David
( leaning forward, looking at ground ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 47 words in 4 sentences using 209 chars.

Rises; turns away .
Daisy
( catching hold of his coat ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

Daisy
( rising ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars.

Daisy
( in a panic, crossing to L.).

Note: Contains 49 words in 7 sentences using 228 chars.

David
( angrily walking about ).

Note: Contains 68 words in 5 sentences using 309 chars.

Daisy
( rising ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

David
( excitedly ).

Note: Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 43 words in 1 sentence using 197 chars.

David
( excited, takes her by shoulder ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 180 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 195 chars.

David
( seizing her ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

Daisy
( dropping her head on his shoulder ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

David
( exultantly ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

Enter COL. S., L., DAVID is at C., facing audience, hands in pockets, smiling, somewhat dazed .
Col. S.

Note: Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 40 chars.

David
( dreamily, not moving ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Col. S.
( aside ).

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.

David
( partially rousing ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

Col. S.
( aside ).

Note: Contains 120 words in 12 sentences using 594 chars.

David
( rousing up ).

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars.

Col. S.
( patronizingly ).

Note: Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 149 chars.

David
( quite himself again ).

Note: Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 149 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

Col. S.
( angrily ).

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 163 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 206 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

Col. S.
( aside ).

Note: Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 206 chars.

David
( dryly ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

Going L.
Col. S.

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars.

David
( after a moment's pause ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars.

David
( aside ).

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 134 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 144 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

David
( slowly ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Col. S.
( delighted ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

Col. S.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

David
( slowly ).

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars.

[COL. S. starts back in amazement .
TABLEAU.
QUICK CURTAIN.

. Scene I

— Same as Act I., Scene II .
Enter CHRISTIE, R. F., and DAVID, L. F.
Christie.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

Christie
( examining ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 131 chars.

Christie
( nodding ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 50 words in 3 sentences using 256 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 164 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 108 words in 7 sentences using 511 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 96 words in 7 sentences using 456 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars.

Enter JACK, walking slowly, as if warm and tired. He has a letter in his hand .
Jack
( taking off hat, wiping forehead .)

Note: Contains 406 words in 42 sentences using 2077 chars.

Tries to thrust letter in pocket, but drops it on the ground . Exit , R.
Enter , L., BESSY and BOBBY GERRISH, with tin pails and schools books . BESSY is eating an apple .
Bobby.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Bessy.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

Bobby
( teasing ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

Bessy
( laughs, sings ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

Dances off , R.; BOBBY follows .
Enter , L., MANDY and BENJ. FRANKLIN, with pails and books . MANDY picks up letter, smooths it out .
Benj. Frank.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.

Mandy
( putting it behind her ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

Benj. Frank.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

Mandy.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

Benj. Frank.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

Mandy.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

Goes R.; BENJ. FRANK, glances about for another piece of paper .
Enter JOEL, BIJAH, SID and DAVID, R. back .
Joel
( wiping forehead ).

Note: Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 171 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars.

Benj. Frank.
( has opened pail, and is eating a doughnut ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

Sid
( looking up ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 172 chars.

Bijah
( rather disgusted ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars.

Sid
( snickering ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

Bijah.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars.

They laugh .
Joel
( rising ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

Sid.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

Sid.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

Bijah.

Note: Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars.

All laugh , exeunt R. B.
Enter JACK, R. F.; looks about for letter .
Jack.

Note: Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 203 chars.

Scene II.

— Interior of Gerrish's Cottage, same as Act I., Scene I. Lamp lighted on table . BESSY and BOBBY sit at L., playing cat's cradle . BENJ. FRANK. at R. reading an illustrated paper and eating apple . MANDY on low stool , C., with scissors, pencil and paper, cutting out paper dolls . CHRISTIE looking out of window at back .
Christie.

Note: Contains 42 words in 6 sentences using 190 chars.

Stoops down beside MANDY.
Mandy.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 101 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 152 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 210 chars.

David
( shaking head ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 235 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

Goes back, sweeps .
Mandy
( rising ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

Mandy.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

[DAVID takes it from her, turns it over carelessly, then sees writing on it .
David
( reading ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

Sets MANDY down, gathers up scraps from floor, pieces all together on table .
Mandy.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

Mandy.

Note: Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 50 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

Mandy
( crying ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

Christie
( coming forward ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

Mandy
( crying, burying head in CHRISTIE'S apron ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 64 chars.

Children all turn and watch during rest of scene . DAVID springs up, thrusts paper in pocket, a few scraps falling to floor. He rushes to back of stage, gets revolver, comes to C. F., loads it hastily, tosses on hat, and rushes toward door , R.
Christie
( catching hold of him ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

David
( pushing her one side ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

Exit R.
Christie.

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars.

Mandy
( sobbing ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 64 words in 10 sentences using 340 chars.

Scene III.

— Same as Scene I., Act II., only dark .
Enter, L., COLONEL STANDISH, with black bag, overcoat, and dark lantern. Muttering of thunder .
Col. S.
( listening, looking about ).

Note: Contains 124 words in 16 sentences using 616 chars.

Looks about, begins hiding bag among evergreen boughs, etc., at C. B.
David
( springing forward ).

Note: Contains 57 words in 8 sentences using 274 chars.

Col. S.
( struggling ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 60 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 219 chars.

Col. S.
( aside ).

Note: Contains 215 words in 18 sentences using 1087 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

Goes up stage, gets coat and lantern, comes to front, and kneels on one knee to examine pockets. He is a little to the R. of C. with face toward L. and back to COL. S., who is at R. F.
Col. S.
( aside, exaltantly ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 98 chars.

Thunder and lightning . COL. S. catches up cudgel from ground, strikes DAVID twice over the head from behind . DAVID falls senseless C. F. with face turned away from audience . COL. S. catches up coat and lantern, rushes off R. as Christie rushes on L. She fires pistol after him, then rushes to DAVID.
Christie
( kneeling beside DAVID).

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.

( Change scene .)

Scene IV.

— The Maydew sitting room. Lamps on both tables . MIRANDY sits knitting by table , L. JOEL and DAISY are reading by table , R.
Daisy
( laying book down ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars.

Mirandy.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 83 words in 2 sentences using 372 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 140 chars.

Joel
( takes her hand ).

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 118 chars.

Mirandy.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars.

Daisy
( stubbornly ).

Note: Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 182 chars.

Mirandy.

Note: Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars.

Joel
( soberly ).

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 175 chars.

Daisy
( stamping ).

Note: Contains 67 words in 4 sentences using 272 chars.

Drops into chair, back of stage , R., and rocks violently .
Mirandy.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars.

Daisy
( starting up ).

Note: Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 222 chars.

Starts back, goes to R. as BIJAH enters C.
Mirandy
( interrupting her ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

[BIJAH, out of breath and pale, limps to chair , L. F., and drops into it. Takes off hat .
Joel
( not looking at him ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

Bijah
( trembling ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

Joel
( rising ).

Note: Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 240 chars.

All turn toward him, listen .
Bijah.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

Daisy
( flying at him, shaking him by the coat ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars.

Bijah.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

[DAISY rushes toward door .
Mirandy
( stopping her ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 21 words in 6 sentences using 94 chars.

Joel
( astonished ).

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars.

Mirandy.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 146 chars.

Gives lantern, tries to push him along .
Joel
( still dazed ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars.

CURTAIN.

Scene. — The Maydew sitting-room as before, but without lamps .
Joel
( enters, C., with black-edged letter. Goes slowly to chair by table , R., sits ).

Note: Contains 252 words in 23 sentences using 1145 chars.

Exit, C., face in hands .
Enter, L., DAISY and CHRISTIE.
Daisy.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars.

Daisy
( sighing ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 180 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

Daisy
( petulantly ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Exeunt L.
Enter JACK, R.; goes and looks off C. B.
Jack.

Note: Contains 189 words in 12 sentences using 929 chars.

Lights cigarette, reads paper .
Enter CHRISTIE, L., leading DAVID.
Jack
( peeping out ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars.

Starts to put shawl about him .
David.

Note: Contains 74 words in 4 sentences using 340 chars.

Jack
( aside, slapping knee ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

Christie
( aside ).

Note: Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

Puts hand up to ear, waits to hear more .
David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars.

[JACK twists moustache, smiles .
Christie.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 83 words in 5 sentences using 417 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 150 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 199 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

David
( thinking ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

David
( excited ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.

David
( springing up excited ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 41 chars.

Christie
( nodding ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars.

Mirandy
( entering R.).

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

Enter DAISY, C. B.; watches .
Daisy
( smiling ).

Note: Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 246 chars.

Jack
( scrambling up ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

[DAISY jumps and turns, and they remain motionless, looking at each other across room , DAISY with her hands on table , JACK with his head just showing over back of big chair .
Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.

Jack
( advancing ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 92 words in 7 sentences using 425 chars.

[BLANCHE STANDISH, very fashionably dressed in deep mourning , enters R., comes to C., stands watching. At same time DAVID enters L., goes to table L., and watches also .
Daisy
( obeying ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars.

David
( aside ).

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 21 words in 6 sentences using 106 chars.

Jack
( aside, comes to L. F.).

Note: Contains 16 words in 6 sentences using 110 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars.

Blanche
( languidly ).

Note: Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 242 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 215 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 184 chars.

Blanche
( with meaning ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

Blanche
( composedly ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

Jack
( excitedly ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars.

Jack
( slinging himself into chair , L., with some noise ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 191 chars.

Blanche
( aside ).

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars.

Jack
( bouncing up ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

Daisy
( enters C. B., with glass of cream, sets it on table , L. Aside ).

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 148 chars.

Exit unobserved , C. B.
Blanche
( rising ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

Jack
( starting ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 129 chars.

Blanche
( sadly ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

Jack
( shocked ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 272 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 84 words in 7 sentences using 385 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 47 words in 8 sentences using 236 chars.

Blanche
( shaking head ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars.

Goes to L. F., draws deep breath, wipes forehead with handkerchief .
Blanche
( meekly ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

Blanche
( sits, as before ).

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

Jack
( walking up and down ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars.

Blanche
( sobbing ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

Jack
( rushing up and down, stopping beside her ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 67 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars.

Blanche
( shaking head ).

Note: Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 276 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 22 words in 7 sentences using 139 chars.

Blanche
( imitating ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Jack
( starting back ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

Rushes toward her, tries to kiss her .
Blanche
( escaping ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

Jack
( taken aback ).

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars.

Blanche
( advancing ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 112 chars.

Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

Blanche.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

Jack.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

Turns her head gently around, kisses her on mouth. Noise of talking and laughing outside . BLANCHE and JACK start, and exeunt R.
Enter C. B., SID and BIJAH.
Sid.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Bijah
( pulling out huge silver watch ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

Sid
( looking at watch ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

Bijah.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

Sid
( laughing ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

Bijah.

Note: Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars.

[SID laughs; exeunt C. B.
Enter DAVID, L.; sits by table , L., reads newspaper . Enter DAISY, C. B., with magazine .
Daisy.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

David
( shortly ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

[DAISY looks at him, goes back to table , R., sits with back to him, reads magazine . DAVID reads paper, with his back to her .
Daisy
( aside ).

Note: Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 224 chars.

David
( glancing up ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

[DAISY jumps as he looks at her, turns away, embarrassed .
Daisy.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

David
( still reading ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

Daisy
( aside ).

Note: Contains 62 words in 8 sentences using 304 chars.

Watches him . DAVID, still reading, turns about in chair toward DAISY, settles himself more comfortably , DAISY starts, whisks round with her back to him, reads magazine .
Daisy
( aside ).

Note: Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 221 chars.

David
( looking up at her .)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

David
( icily, turning away ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

Daisy
( indignantly ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

David
( rising ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

Daisy
( starting back, dismayed ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

Daisy
( agitated ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

Daisy
( crying ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars.

Daisy
( still crying ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars.

David
( scornfully ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars.

Daisy
( sighing ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

Daisy
( goes to him, hand on his arm ).

Note: Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 187 chars.

David
( turns impulsively, arms around her ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

Daisy
( drawing back to look at him, both hands against his shoulders ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

She steps back from him .
David.

Note: Contains 52 words in 3 sentences using 235 chars.

Throws himself in chair by table again, turns from her, leans on table .
Daisy
( going behind him, arms around his neck ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

He looks up at her a moment, then she starts back, hearing some one outside, and goes and sits at left of table, opposite DAVID.

Enter JOEL, C. B., comes to C., behind him BIJAH and SID, who sit at L. B. Enter R., BLANCHE and JACK; she sits at left side of table , R., JACK stands behind her . Enter , L., MIRANDY, BENJ. FRANK., BOBBY and BESSY. MIRANDY sits at back of table , L., with DAISY and DAVY; children cross to R. B.

Joel.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars.

David
( smiling ).

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

[JOEL laughs, goes to R. F.
Christie
( enters, R., singing, with MANDY. Comes to C., stops, startled ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

Mandy
( pulling her dress ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

Daisy.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

Joel
( going to CHRISTIE, C.).

Note: Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 225 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

Joel
( going to R. F., aside ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

Christie.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

Draws forward high-backed wooden chair to C. MANDY climbs up and stands in it , CHRISTIE puts arm around her . JACK leans on back of BLANCHE'S chair, looks at her . DAVID leans on table and watches DAISY, who sews, occasionally glancing at him. Business during song . CHRISTIE sings "Home, Sweet Home," all join in chorus. At end DAVID rises, lifts MANDY down, turns chair round, and draws it a little to L. of C., and remains there, leaning on high-back, leaving C. for JOEL. DAISY rises, draws her chair to extreme L., sits again .
Joel
( coming to C.).

Note: Contains 97 words in 5 sentences using 461 chars.

Blanche
( affected ).

Note: Contains 35 words in 7 sentences using 168 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 256 chars.

Both JACK and DAVID show agitation; DAVID leans forward, watches BLANCHE as she answers .
Blanche
( wiping eyes hastily ).

Note: Contains 50 words in 6 sentences using 220 chars.

Joel.

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars.

[CHRISTIE leans forward to listen , DAVID glances at JOEL, stands looking down as if considering . JACK passes behind, to DAVID'S left .
Jack
( aside ).

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 89 chars.

David
( slowly and impressively ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 104 chars.

Jack
( with admiration ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.

Returns to BLANCHE.
Joel.

Note: Contains 80 words in 3 sentences using 344 chars.

David
( interrupting, agitated ).

Note: Contains 128 words in 13 sentences using 627 chars.

Daisy
( agitated, goes to him, puts both hands in his . MIRANDY rises, comes to L. F.).

Note: Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 283 chars.

David.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.

Christie
( rising ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

Joel
( shaking hands ).

Note: Contains 102 words in 3 sentences using 453 chars.

[MANDY runs to C. F., begins chorus of "Home, Sweet Home." All join .
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