Magda: A Play in Four Acts

by Hermann Sudermann

For Heaven's sake--they're just coming--you must receive their congratulations.

SCHWARTZE.

I can't--no--I can't do it! [Exit, left.

MRS. SCHWARTZE.

What is the matter with your father?

Enter Mrs. General Von Klebs, Mrs. Justice Ellrich, Mrs. Schumann, and Franziska.

FRANZISKA.

[As she opens the door.] My dear, the ladies--

MRS. VON KLEBS.

[Giving her hand to Mrs. Schwartze.] What a day for you, my dear! The whole town rejoices in the happy event.