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CRAIG’S WIFE
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Catelle

Not just now, Mrs. Craig, thank you very much.
[He starts for the door.

Mrs. Craig

You’re welcome, I’m sure. All right, Mazie.
[Mazie withdraws reluctantly, her eyes fastened upon Catelle.

Catelle

I’m sorry to have had to trouble you.

Mrs. Craig (following him to the door)

That’s quite all right.

Catelle (turning at the door)

You can explain the circumstances to Mr. Craig, if you will.

Mrs. Craig

Yes, I will. He’ll probably know something about it.

Catelle (going out)

Very likely he will.

Mrs. Craig

And if he doesn’t, I’m sure one of the others will.

Catelle

All right, thank you very much, Mrs. Craig.

Mrs. Craig

You’re very welcome, I’m sure.

Catelle

Good evening.

Mrs. Craig

Good evening.
[The screen door closes, and Mrs. Craig turns slowly and lifts her closed hands in a quiet panic. Then she hurries forward and across to the window and watches the two