Dust and Disguises Cloud Maitland’s Evening Plans
In a sweltering dusk, Daniel Maitland and four companions arrive in a green touring car near Fifth Avenue. Maitland, weary of the night’s gambled pursuits, contemplates an orderly dinner and rooftop clubs, while spotting a stylish woman at his own apartment house. The scene blends social intrigue with Maitland’s weary resolve to escape the boisterous social whirl.