Mrs. Carley. Yes, I thought they'd never go, and I've got the Shindle woman coming to do my hair.
Louise. I noticed it was getting a little dark at the wrong end, mother.
Mrs. Carley. What was it Steve said this morning? It was always darkest before blond! Well, it's lucky I'm good-natured so long as I live in this family and don't want to grow old.
Louise. What are they doing on the balcony?
Mrs. Carley. Dick Coleman's regiment marches by here this afternoon.
[She sits by a table Right.
Louise. Do they start for the Philippines to-day?
Mrs. Carley. Yes, and the President is to receive them in front of the Plaza.
Louise. [Coming to her.] Have you noticed
Steve?