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Mr. Heartwell (an old bachelor).
Joshua Slocum (from Greenville, Me).
Teddy Ryan (a native of Ireland).
Francois (a French cook).
COSTUMES.
Mr. Heartwell . — Old man's suit, dressing-gown; gray wig.
Joshua Slocum . — "Yankee suit;" plaid pants, very short, with straps; thick boots; short yellow or bright-colored vest; tall dicky, and flashy neck-handkerchief; long coat and yellow wig.
Teddy Ryan . — Corduroy breeches; blue stockings; low-cut shoes or heavy brogans; bob-tailed coat; blue-checked shirt, open at the neck; cropwig, red or black; stick and bundle.
Francois . — Elegant modern suit; large moustache; kids, and eye-glass.
STAGE-DIRECTIONS.
R means Right; L, Left; C, Centre.
The performer is supposed to be upon the stage, facing the audience.
Scene . — Room in Mr. Heartwell's House. Entrances , r. and l. Table and chairs .
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Situations at end .
R. L.
Francois. Mr. H. Teddy. Josh.