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Mrs. Halm.
I told you, just a little while ago—
Anna.
No, mother—Mr. Falk had not yet come.
Mrs. Halm.
Why no, that's true; but pray don't look so glum.
Trust me, you'll be enchanted with his visit.
Falk.
A clerical enchanter; pray who is it?
Mrs. Halm.
Why, Pastor Strawman, not unknown to fame.
Falk.
Indeed! Oh, yes, I think I've heard his name,
And read that in the legislative game
He comes to take a hand, with voice and vote.
Stiver.
He speaks superbly.
Guldstad.
When he's cleared his throat.
Miss Jay.
He's coming with his wife—
