Tramp.
Bravo. A most exquisite little air and beautifully rendered.
He stops short on seeing Mrs. Granahan who stands glaring at him arms akimbo.
Your pardon madam. You are the mistress I take it of this most noble and hospitable house.
Mrs. Granahan.
Ignoring him and going to centre of floor where she looks angrily at William John Granahan who endeavours to appear unconcerned.
You should be well ashamed of yourself William John Granahan. What will they say about you in the Session I wonner next Sabbath day. D'you think my house is a home for all the dirt and scum of the country side?
Tramp.
Your pardon madam. You owe me an apology. Appearances belie me but scum I am not. I was at one time the well known and justly famous leader of the Blue Bohemian Wind and String—