The Other Girl. There was always a great name on Raftery. (They put some money in the plate shyly.)
Blind Man.
Before you go, give what you can
To this young girl and this young man.
First Girl (to Mary). Here's a couple of dozen of eggs, and welcome.
The Other Girl. O woman of the house! I have nothing with me here; but I have a good clucking hen at home, and I'll bring her to you to-morrow; our house is close by.
Mary. Indeed, that's good news to me; such nice neighbours to be at hand. (Several men and women come into the house together, every one of them carrying something.)
Several (together). Welcome, Raftery!
Blind Man.
If ye have hearts are worth a mouse,
Welcome the bride into her house.
(They laugh and greet Mary, and put down gifts—a roll of butter, rolls of woollen thread, and many other things.)