Blith. (explaining on fingers). Yes, I married my cousin’s widow, so our names are the same. When do you propose to be married? (Putting back chair.)
Capt. K. (ardently). As soon as possible!—Sooner if not before!
Blith. You are a Hibernian, and therefore impetuous.
Capt. K. Yet I was afraid to meet you! For I thought you favored a certain Mr. Bellamy.
Blith. No! Although I have heard he has been making up to my girl—and has bought a good many pairs of new gloves! Ha! Ha!
Capt. K. Ha Ha! (Aside.) I don’t know what he’s laughing at—but I suppose it’s all right. (Aloud.) Allow me to take my leave. (Bowing.)
Blith. Don’t mention it! (Both bowing. Exit Captain Katskill, L. U. E.)
Blith. We shall be a polite family when we get this young man amongst us! Now about this hat—I seem to be forgotten altogether. Hullo!
Enter Fred, C., much agitated and still with Directory and hat.
Fred. At last I have caught you!