“An’ turnin’ raound he straight did feel
A pywison sarpient byite hywis hee-ee-el.”
(Exit R.)
Will. (taking Mary by both hands). Be all ready, now Mary, when I come back? If I can, I’ll come on so as to stay a day or two before we’re married. But I’ll be here in season, any way. You fix the day, and let me know. And write often (whispers), dear Mary, won’t you?
Mary. Yes, William.
Will. Good-by!
Mary. Good-by! (Exit William, L.)
J. Q. A. Good-by! Good-by! Smack, smack!
Disposition of characters at end of Act I. Mrs. G. sitting at table braiding mat. Mary standing at left, with her hands clasped before her, looking down. J. Q. A. and L. J. in centre, bickering.