[They go out to the right.
Bernick.
[Who has read the telegram.] Well, this is really too American! Positively shocking——!
Mrs. Bernick.
Why, Karsten, what is it?
Bernick.
Look here, Krap—read this!
Krap.
[Reads.] “Fewest possible repairs; despatch Indian Girl without delay; good season: at worst, cargo will keep her afloat.” Well, I must say——
Bernick.