All. A reporter! (Excitement, “oh’s” and “dear me’s.”)
Dickie. My name in the papers! Papa will never forgive me! (Darts out R., Miss T. darts out L.)
Mrs. C. Mr. Compton will be furious. To think! Our names in the paper.
Mad. P. (Glaring.) Do it if you dare, young woman. She doesn’t dare. I’ll sue the “Fudge” for damages.
Mrs. C. (To Miss McF.) I’m as weak as a cat, or I’d choke you, you horrid thing! Yes I would. (Glares at Miss McF. who stands coolly writing.) My name in the “Daily Fudge!” And that horrid Anti-fat!
Mad. P. After all ladies like their names in the papers. It wont hurt anything. It advertises business.
Tableau.
| R. | C. | L. |
| Miss McF., Susan, Mrs. C., Mad. P. | ||
Quick Curtain.