[Meantime Paula has gone to the cashier's desk, glanced back at Juhasz once more, and now, with a petulant stamp of her foot, she goes behind the desk. A sudden silence falls. She rolls up her sleeves and sits in the cashier's place. Her face is resolutely set. Oscar, Philip and Juhasz watch her, aghast.]
Philip—It is always a good }
plan to buy the best, for it gives}
the most satisfaction and lasts }
the longest. . . . }
}
Oscar—They may be uncomfortable }
for a day or two, but }[Simultaneously,
then they begin to conform with }softly, stammering;
the shape of your hand, and you }all begin at
are glad you . . . }the same time.]
}
Juhasz—You will find these }
very practical for cold weather. }
And they are ideal for skating in }
winter. Both men and women }
wear them. . . . }
[He is greatly distressed; his voice trembles.] We often sell several of these to the same customer . . . three or four at a time . . . even more . . . I recommend them highly, madame. [There is a pause. Paula sits obstinately behind the cashier's desk.]
Oscar—Just push a little harder, please. [He helps the Old Gentleman.] Push, push!
