Mrs. B. (handing hat to her). I am certainly thankful that I will not see that hat in front of me in church any more. Here’s some more newspapers, Martha, to stuff in at the top.
Mrs. J. (completes task by packing top of box firmly with papers.)
Mrs. J. Now thank goodness, that’s done. Dear me, it’s five o’clock and I must hurry home. I had no idea it was so late.
Mrs. B. (hospitably). Can’t you stay and have supper with us?
Mrs. J. (rising and pinning on her hat). O no, thank you just the same.
Mrs. B. (helping her on with coat). Well thank you very much for coming. I’m glad that one member of the society was conscientious enough to help.
Mrs. J. (drawing on gloves). O I never shirk my duty. Good-bye Louisa. Come and see me real soon.
Mrs. B. You come and see me. Thank you ever so much for helping me.
Mrs. J. Good-bye.