Maggie Pepper

ACT I

: — Setting according to diagram .

SCENE: — As curtain rises, a girl enters R. 2, bringing in a number of garments to long table R. where MISS MURPHY is behind long table. She occasionally places them in cases. After a few moments, enter JAKE ROTHSCHILDS from elevator L., carrying a jobber's case .

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

GIRL.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

GIRL.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

JAKE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

JAKE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.

( Business — she looks at them without changing her position .)

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

JAKE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars.

JAKE.

( Business — looks at stock-cases )

Note: Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 192 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

( Coming back to table )

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

( Enter a cloak model through elevator door. She is a fine, handsome girl, and wears cloak .)

MODEL.

( Crosses R. to upper end of table )

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 114 chars.

JAKE.

( Sotto voce )

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars.

MODEL.

( Haughtily )

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars.

JAKE.

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

( Business — They take no further notice of him .)

MODEL.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

MODEL.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

( Enter MRS. THATCHES, through elevator-door. She is a sharp, clever-looking woman about thirty-five years of age .)

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars.

MODEL.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MODEL.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

(R. C.)

Note: Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 176 chars.

MODEL.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars.

MODEL.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 275 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 139 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

JAKE.

( Follows her )

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

(MRS. THATCHER goes out, up C.)

JAKE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

( Enter JOHN HARGEN by elevator door, followed by ETHEL. HARGEN goes to L. of desk — Puts papers on desk . ETHEL stands up L. C.)

JAKE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.

HARGEN.

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

JAKE.

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

HARGEN.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

JAKE.

( In elevator — Is about to speak, when HARGEN frowns at him . JAKE gets into elevator . HARGEN goes to R.)

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars.

HARGEN.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 90 words in 6 sentences using 465 chars.

HARGEN.

(R., lower end of table, then up R.)

Note: Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 245 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 253 chars.

( Elevator-door opens .)

HARGEN.

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

( Enter MURCHISON from elevator. He is an old man, dressed like a young one; crosses L. C. with bank-book and three notes in hand .)

ETHEL.

( Rises and goes to elevator )

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 218 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 173 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars.

MURCHISON.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MURCHISON.

( Shakes his head )

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

JOE.

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

MURCHISON.

(JOE passes him and goes to elevator )

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars.

JOE.

(L. C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars.

HARGEN.

(R. C.)

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

JOE.

( Going down to desk )

Note: Contains 90 words in 6 sentences using 478 chars.

HARGEN.

(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 146 chars.

( Elevator-door opens. Enter MURCHISON from elevator. The door closes .)

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 135 chars.

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

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

( Exit JOE door C. — HATTIE enters R. 2 E. and stands behind table .)

MURCHISON.

( Coming down C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

( Elevator-door opens .)

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

( Enter ETHEL, from elevator .)

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 174 chars.

( Enter MAGGIE PEPPER with two gowns on her arm. She is worn out, tired, and angry — though she controls her anger. She goes down to L. of desk .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

ETHEL.

(L. C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 287 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 273 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 102 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

HARGEN.

( Crosses to elevator )

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

(ETHEL and HARGEN exit into elevator. The door closes .)

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MURCHISON.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MURCHISON.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

MURCHISON.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MURCHISON.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars.

MURCHISON.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 345 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 66 words in 3 sentences using 359 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Goes on writing )

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Turns round — looks at him and smiles )

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Looks him over )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 51 words in 3 sentences using 250 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 78 words in 4 sentences using 403 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars.

JOE.

( Crosses to her )

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 248 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Takes his hand away )

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Looking at him )

Note: Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 142 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 71 words in 4 sentences using 342 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars.

JOE.

( Laughs )

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 189 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 88 words in 2 sentences using 457 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 283 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 132 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

ETHEL.

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

JOE.

( Handing MAGGIE card )

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Reads card )

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 65 words in 2 sentences using 349 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 187 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

( Gong strikes off-stage; girls enter R. 2 and exit C.)

MAGGIE.

( Takes out lunch, and says, vacantly, from desk )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

( Gulping down food and crossing to MAGGIE)

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 108 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

( Edges over — looks into lunch box )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Listlessly )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 192 chars.

( Enter JAKE from elevator .)

MISS MURPHY.

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

JAKE.

( Comes L. of desk )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars.

JAKE.

( Whistles )

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

( Coming close to her )

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 119 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 261 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 162 chars.

( Enter MRS. THATCHER from elevator .)

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

(JAKE bows and exits into elevator, the door of which closes .)

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

( Coming down to MAGGIE)

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

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 166 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 155 words in 8 sentences using 763 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 63 words in 2 sentences using 306 chars.

( Enter MURCHISON through elevator-door, letter in hand .)

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

( Crosses L.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

MURCHISON.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

( In elevator )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

MURCHISON.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MURCHISON.

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

( Business — MRS. THATCHER and MURCHISON exit into elevator . MAGGIE looks at letter as if afraid to open it — finally she does so. Just as she is about to read it her hands drop on desk, and enter ADA DARKIN, C. She is a handsome flashy-looking woman of about thirty-five. She wears a long cloak that almost completely envelops her . — MAGGIE turns and sees her .)

ADA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ADA.

( Down C.)

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 51 words in 2 sentences using 242 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Business — looks around )

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars.

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 195 chars.

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 88 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

( Snatches her hand away )

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

( Enter MRS. TATCHER from elevator .)

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 77 words in 2 sentences using 389 chars.

ADA.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

(L. of table. To MAGGIE)

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

(MAGGIE crosses to desk. Elevator door opens. Enter from elevator , JOHNSON, a uniformed policeman, bringing with him ZAZA, crying — a young girl about fourteen, but looking seventeen years, old. She wears a large picture hat and is made up to look dashing and attractive. She is frightened, and acts as if stunned .)

SALESLADY.

( Crosses C. Then as soon as she sees ADA)

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

JOHNSON.

(L. C.)

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

MRS. THATCHER.

(R. C., searching )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

SALESLADY.

(C.)

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

JOHNSON.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

( Searches ADA'S muff )

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

(JOHNSON turns ZAZA to him and starts to unbutton her coat .)

MAGGIE.

( To ZAZA)

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

(MRS. THATCHER calls SALESLADY.)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

SALESLADY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

SALESLADY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

SALESLADY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

JOHNSON.

( Coming down a step next to MRS. THATCHER)

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

JOHNSON.

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

SALESLADY.

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

MAGGIE.

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

(JOHNSON laughs .)

JOHNSON.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

(ZAZA shakes her head .)

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

( To ADA)

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

ADA.

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

SALESLADY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

(JOHNSON goes to door , C.)

MRS. THATHCER.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

(C.)

Note: Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 249 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Crosses to MRS. THATCHER)

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 65 words in 3 sentences using 298 chars.

ZAZA.

( Crosses to MRS. THATCHER. Crying )

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 202 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 279 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Crosses to her )

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 152 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Looks at ZAZA)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 67 words in 2 sentences using 293 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 146 chars.

(MAGGIE is angry .)

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 167 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

( Looks at her — shakes her head )

Note: Contains 85 words in 4 sentences using 459 chars.

( Enter JOE from elevator .)

JOE.

( Down L.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Looks at letter )

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Dryly )

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars.

JOE.

( Reads letter — goes to elevator — rings bell — then looks at MAGGIE and shakes his head )

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

MAGGIE.

( Elevator door opens )

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

( Enter elevator-boy .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

MARGIE.

( Up L. C., gets hat and coat, then down to desk )

Note: Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 122 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Elevator door opens )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

JOE.

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

( Enter MR. HARGEN, from elevator .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.

HARIGEN.

( Up L. C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 234 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Stands a moment as if stunned )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

CURTAIN.

ACT II.

SCENE: — MISS PEPPER'S office. Setting according to diagram. As curtain rises, discovered behind office railing, evidently waiting for MISS PEPPER to come in, are: MISS MURPHY with some samples, drinking at cooler; JAKE reading a newspaper, seated on rail; MRS. THATCHER seated L. C., talking to MISS MURPHY. Enter Elevator Boy, dressed as attendant, with large batch of mail, which he places on desk C., then exits L., then — after curtain has been up a few seconds — enter JOE HOLBROOK from R. He has some specifications in his hand . JOE looks at desk, is evidently disappointed, gives way to an expression of annoyance, and exits .)

MISS MURPHY.

( Aside to MRS. THATCHER)

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

( Enter MURCHISON, D, C., with a bundle of accounts .)

MURCHISON.

( Above desk )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars.

( Enter MAGGIE, C. She goes to her desk without loking at anyone. She has changed considerably since ACT I. Looks handsome, dignified, refined young woman of twenty-five — showing the effect of education and responsibility . MISS MURPHY walks through gate to other side of railing .)

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Seated at desk )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MURCHISON.

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 175 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars.

MISS KELLY.

( Above desk )

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 123 chars.

MISS KELLY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars.

MISS KELLY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 234 chars.

MODEL.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 159 chars.

MODEL.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars.

MODEL.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

MODEL.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

(MRS. THATCHER comes to desk, sitting L. of it .)

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 45 words in 1 sentence using 255 chars.

( Enter JOE, R.)

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars.

(JOE places blue-prints on her desk .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

(JOE sees that he is not wanted .)

JOE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 52 words in 4 sentences using 258 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 234 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 193 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 127 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 57 words in 1 sentence using 273 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

(JOE exits .)

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 64 words in 2 sentences using 309 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

( Goes up and kisses her )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars.

( Enter JAKE C., with silk hat, very stylishly dressed. He goes down C.)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

( With dignity )

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

( Looks at gloves )

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 184 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars.

( Enter HARGEN, R.)

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 146 chars.

(HARGEN, above desk, crosses L.)

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 142 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 164 chars.

HARGEN.

( Crosses to desk, and looks at brooch )

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

HARGEN.

( Crosses to C.)

Note: Contains 53 words in 5 sentences using 296 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 226 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 137 chars.

( Enter JOE, R. Goes below desk .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 135 chars.

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

( Goes above desk )

Note: Contains 99 words in 3 sentences using 532 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

( Sits on upper end of desk )

Note: Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 314 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 185 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 53 words in 2 sentences using 271 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 195 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 67 words in 3 sentences using 337 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 123 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( After a momentary pause )

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars.

( Enter DARKIN C. He is a typical sharp gambler . MAGGIE rises .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

DARKIN.

( Above desk — Looks at him and grins )

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

(JOE goes to lower end of desk, then crosses R.)

JOE.

( Looks DARKIN over )

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 62 words in 2 sentences using 295 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 46 words in 1 sentence using 208 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

( Shrugs his shoulders )

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars.

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 249 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

MAGGIE.

( To herself )

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

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

( Enter JOE with check D. R. — goes below desk .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

JOE.

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

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 223 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars.

JOE.

( Crosses to C. below desk )

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 70 words in 5 sentences using 324 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Laughs )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 222 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 148 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 190 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 56 words in 2 sentences using 299 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 213 chars.

(MAGGIE is on the point of breaking down. Enter ETHEL, C., and comes down C. There is a pause, during which they all take in the situation. Finally, in order to conceal the fact that she is agitated , MAGGIE exits hastily D. C.)

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars.

ETHEL.

(C.)

Note: Contains 62 words in 1 sentence using 342 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars.

( Enter HARGEN, D. R. — goes above desk .)

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 107 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 207 chars.

HARGEN.

( Back of desk )

Note: Contains 85 words in 3 sentences using 450 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 25 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.

HARGEN.

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

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 43 words in 1 sentence using 187 chars.

( Enter JOE D. R., dressed to go out. He goes to upper end of desk .)

JOE.

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

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

HARGEN.

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

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars.

HARGEN.

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

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

(ETHEL laughs .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 92 words in 2 sentences using 466 chars.

ETHEL.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

JOE.

( To HARGEN)

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 185 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars.

ETHEL.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 167 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 72 words in 2 sentences using 340 chars.

HARGEN.

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

( Enter MAGGIE, C. They all look at her and stop speaking instanter. There is a pause, as MAGGIE looks at them . ETHEL looks at MAGGIE scornfully — walks off D. R. JOE hesitates a moment, then follows her off R.)

JOE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

(MAGGIE sits at desk .)

HARGEN.

( Crosses below desk C.)

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 166 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 207 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 198 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 155 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 184 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 192 chars.

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 319 chars.

( Enter ZAZA C.)

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Tearfully )

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

( Enter JOE, D. R. Goes below desk .)

JOE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

HARGEN.

( Down C.)

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 155 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 94 words in 7 sentences using 454 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

(HARGEN exits R. 2 E., followed by JOE.)

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

( They exit excitedly . MAGGIE shuts the door on them with a bang. Comes down-stage, sits at desk .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

CURTAIN.

ACT III,

SCENE I.

SCENE: — As curtain rises , ZAZA is discovered at piano, playing. The table R. C. is laid for dinner. After a few seconds' pause, enter JOHANNA D. R., a stolid German type of woman, with two plates of soup — She looks enquiringly at ZAZA.

TIME: — 8 o'clock in the evening .

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars.

( Business — Enter MISS MURPHY with two dress-cases .)

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 46 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars.

ZAZA.

( Has dropped down C.)

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

( Enter JOHANNA with two plates of soup — as soon as she sees MISS MURPHY, her face assumes a sour expression of disappointment; she turns and exits into kitchen — )

MISS MURPHY.

( Turns to ZAZA in surprise )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 219 chars.

( Business — ZAZA locks hall door .)

MISS MURPHY.

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

ZAZA.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ZAZA.

( Down C. shakes head )

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

ZAZA.

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

( Bell rings .)

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

EXPRESSMAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAZA.

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

EXPRESSMAN.

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

( Enter MAGGIE, her arms full of bundles. She dumps bundles on sofa .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 174 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars.

(ZAZA crosses to sideboard, gets caster, puts it on table and sits R.)

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars.

MAGGIE.

( From the bed-room )

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

( Returning, takes chair from desk and puts it behind table )

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

( Enter JOHANNA R., dressed to go out — She ignores everyone, and exits D. L. without a word .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

( Enter ZAZA with two plates on tray, arranges plates .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 129 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

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

ZAZA.

( Kisses her )

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

MISS MURPHY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

MISS MURPHY.

Note: Contains 48 words in 1 sentence using 209 chars.

(MAGGIE goes up to door L., locks it, and then sits back of table, she thinks a moment, then looks at ZAZA with a loving smile — they don't speak for a moment .)

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

( Seated R. of table )

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 168 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 215 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Goes to dresser, brings drawer full of clothes over to trunk, and puts it down above trunk )

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Unlocks door )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

JAKE.

( Down C.)

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Opens trunk )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 40 words in 1 sentence using 182 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 112 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 45 words in 2 sentences using 243 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Shakes her head )

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Up R. C.)

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 45 words in 6 sentences using 248 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 53 words in 1 sentence using 235 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

( Crosses R. C.)

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 169 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 131 words in 2 sentences using 617 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars.

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 79 words in 3 sentences using 402 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 201 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 83 words in 1 sentence using 383 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Crosses to her, puts her hand on ADA'S arm )

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars.

( Enter ZAZA. As soon as she sees ADA, she hesitates — looks at her AUNT as if not knowing what to do .)

ADA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

ZAZA.

(R. C.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars.

ZAZA.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 71 words in 3 sentences using 303 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

(R. of table )

Note: Contains 62 words in 4 sentences using 305 chars.

ZAZA

( Above table )

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

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 48 words in 1 sentence using 206 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 74 words in 3 sentences using 323 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 206 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 133 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Bell rings — To ZAZA)

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

ADA.

( Crosses R. C. and goes up-stage )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

MAGGIE.

( At door )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

JOE.

( Off-stage )

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

(JOE enters and goes to table R.)

ADA.

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

(JOE sits L. of table .)

MAGGIE.

( Business — to ADA)

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 104 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Up L. C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Up R.)

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 139 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 167 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 117 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 85 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 2 sentences using 166 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 91 words in 4 sentences using 455 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 73 words in 3 sentences using 370 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 217 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 184 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 218 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 1 sentence using 185 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 93 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 54 words in 4 sentences using 278 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 232 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 86 words in 4 sentences using 450 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Laughs hysterically )

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 161 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 161 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 68 words in 4 sentences using 312 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 66 words in 5 sentences using 337 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 60 words in 1 sentence using 275 chars.

JOE.

( Shakes his head violently )

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Laughs )

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars.

( Bell rings, followed by knock on door . MAGGIE looks at JOE — then rushes to door .)

ADA.

( Off-stage )

Note: Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 69 chars.

MAGGIE.

(L. C.)

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

ADA.

(L.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 121 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 196 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

( Bell rings again. This scene is played in undertones .)

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

ADA.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 48 words in 3 sentences using 237 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 160 chars.

( Two bells, followed by knocks .)

JOE.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

JIM.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 153 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

( Closes door — locks JOE in. Crosses to door L. and unlocks it )

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

(DARKIN enters .)

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAGGIE.

(L. C.)

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

DARKIN.

(L.)

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 49 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars.

DARKIN.

( Forces her to R. of table )

Note: Contains 36 words in 1 sentence using 165 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Above and R. of table )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

DARKIN.

( Above and L. of table )

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

( Starts towards her )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

( Moves toward door C. DARKIN intercepts her .)

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

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

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

DARKIN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

DARKIN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

( Business — pushes her away and opens door C. The noise of a struggle follows — DARKIN shouts — "Let me go, will you?" — Noise of blows, shouts, etc. "Say, don't hit me, or — " etc., etc. An elbow is pushed through one of the glass partitions, followed by struggles, as if a terrible fight were taking place — then a shot, followed by the thud of a heavy fall. Pause . MAGGIE above table, tries not to faint . DARKIN rushes out of double-doors L. C. ADA enters and stands at kitchen door .)

MAGGIE.

( Goes up to double-doors )

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

CURTAIN.

ACT III, SCENE II.

DIAGRAM OF ACT III, SCENE 2d: — Same as SCENE 1st, excepting that armchair is left of table; small chair below sofa .

SCENE: — Same as ACT III, SCENE I.

(ZAZA discovered, looking out of window L. ADA enters R. 2 with coffee-pot, puts it on side-board; arranges things on side-board, and exits into kitchen , R. 2.)

ZAZA.

( At window )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

ADA.

( Off-stage )

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

ZAZA.

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

ADA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars.

ADA.

( Sadly )

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars.

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

ADA.

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

ZAZA.

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

ADA.

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

ZAZA.

( Back of table )

Note: Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 140 chars.

ADA.

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

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

(MAGGIE enters from kitchen .)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ZAZA.

( Seated on arm of chair )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars.

(ZAZA kisses MAGGIE.)

ZAZA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

( Rushes off D. L. F., with letters . MAGGIE puts away writing-material in desk up C. — After a few moments, enter ADA D. R. C. with a tray of food .)

ADA.

( At door )

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

( Down R.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

MAGGIE.

( At back table )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

ADA.

( At door of kitchen )

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

(R. of table )

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

(ADA exits through double-door. Enter JOE HOLBROOK D. R. C. He wears a dressing-gown .)

JOE.

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

ADA.

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

JOE.

( Down L. of table )

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

MAGGIE.

(R. of table )

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 180 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 68 words in 5 sentences using 345 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 115 chars.

MAGGIE.

(R. of table )

Note: Contains 71 words in 3 sentences using 364 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 66 words in 2 sentences using 320 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 38 words in 2 sentences using 199 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 219 chars.

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 111 words in 2 sentences using 562 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 233 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

JOE.

( Puts cigar on ash-tray )

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

( Enter ZAZA L. D., letter in hand. She comes to R. of JOE.)

ZAZA.

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

JOE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

ZAZA.

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

MAGGIE.

( To JOE)

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

JOE.

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

( Bell rings — MAGGIE goes to door — JOE exits quickly C. D.)

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

( Enter MRS. THATCHER D. L.)

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

MAGGIE.

(R. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 54 words in 1 sentence using 274 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 55 words in 2 sentences using 273 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

( Crosses to MAGGIE)

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

( Enter ADA R. 2 E. — letter in hand .)

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

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

ADA.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

ADA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 148 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

(C.)

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

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 72 words in 7 sentences using 394 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Crosses C.)

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars.

JAKE.

( Coming in )

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

( Sits L. of table )

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 142 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 59 words in 3 sentences using 295 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 63 words in 4 sentences using 325 chars.

MAGGIE.

( Still reading contract, hears the word "marriage" )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 168 chars.

JAKE.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 136 chars.

(JOHNSON crosses through to kitchen .)

BAILEY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars.

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOHNSON.

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars.

BAILEY.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

JAKE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 110 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

ZAZA.

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

(MAGGIE goes up to ADA and sends them both off — they exit R. 2 E.)

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars.

(MAGGIE unconsciously looks around at door, upstage .)

JAKE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

BAILEY.

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

MAGGIE.

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

(JOHNSON goes down to BAILEY, whispers, then goes up L.)

JAKE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars.

BAILEY.

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

JAKE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

( Business — JAKE exits L. C.)

BAILEY.

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

MAGGIE.

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

BAILEY.

( Looks at her, smiles, shakes his head )

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars.

BAILEY.

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

MAGGIE.

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

BAILEY.

( Pause )

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 146 chars.

BAILEY.

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

(BAILEY is up R. C. Bell rings . JOE exits through double-doors . MAGGIE goes to door L. Enter MRS. THATCHER.)

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 81 chars.

(MAGGIE crosses to table and sits .)

BAILEY.

(R. C.)

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

MRS. THATCHER.

(L. C.)

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

BAILEY.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

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

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

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

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

BAILEY.

( Crosses to door L.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

MRS. THATCHER.

( Down R. C.)

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

BAILEY.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

MRS. THATCHER.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars.

HARGEN.

( up L. C.)

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 120 chars.

MAGGIE.

(L. of table )

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

HARGEN.

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

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

JOE.

( Enters from R. C.)

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

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

JOE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars.

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

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

HARGEN.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

HARGEN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.

( Exit HARGEN D. L.)

JOE.

( Repeats )

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

MAGGIE.

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

JOE.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars.

MAGGIE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

GROUND PLANS AND PLOTS.

PROPERTY PLOT.
PLACE: — New York City . PERIOD: — The present .

ACT I

ACT II.

ACT III,

SCENE I.

ACT III, SCENE II.

GROUND PLANS AND PLOTS.

PROPERTY PLOT.PLACE: — New York City . PERIOD: — The present .

ACT I

ACT II.

ACT III,

SCENE I.

ACT III, SCENE II.

PROPERTY PLOT.
PLACE: — New York City . PERIOD: — The present .