The Bay Mistress and the Planter Thaw Into One
Clemence Greville spurns Ben Duncan’s suit for wealth while Lafitte presses for marriage as they sail the Edisto waters. Duncan stays firm yet lovesick, Clemence pursues money and a life beyond the old home, and a summer of longing unfolds on the bay.
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Edisto
Riant
Clemence Greville
Benjamin Duncan
Sir Duncan
Duncan
Clem
Mr. Duncan
Clemence
Tory
Ben
Lafitte
Clem and Ben in Love Swamp Dilemma
Clem is torn between Ben Dencan and Lafitte as a daring swamp treasure quest tests loyalty. Clem resists Lafitte and reveals true love for Ben while a jewel is discarded, and Ben withdraws to solidify their bond. The scene ends with Ben proposing in hopeful vows.
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Ben Mr. Daff Oy
Dina
Latta
Loris
Dunesan
Allzad
Lafitte
Clem
Mr. Lafitte
Miss Greville
Ben Dencan
Gen
Elen
Ben
Latitte
Miss Wumility
Len
Calico Frock Sparks Solitary Courtship in Rural Encounter
Solomon Griggs, a partner at Griggs Makem & Co., meets Aunt Hester's niece Rachel, the plain speaking seamstress in a calico frock. He vies for her attention with gallantry amid cautious wit and social tension, wondering if fashion or urban life would alter his interest. The scene blends rustic tea, fruit, and social class query as he ponders the allure of simplicity versus city polish.
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Grisas, Makem & Co
Solomon
Rachel
Hester
Rachel Tlart
Sol
Griggs, Makem & Co
Destiny
Independence
Gir
Shot
Ganl
Broadway
Solomon Griggs
Robins
Bluebirds
Bol
Flattery as deceit and its sorrowful cost
A quatrain-style critique cites Flattery as deceitful and harmful to victims. It laments the pleasure masking sorrow, wonders how flattery can pierce minds and trigger tears rather than bliss. The verse attributes the effect to flattery’s feigned pleasantry and false control.
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Niles
Calico Frock Leads to Reunion and Wealth Loss
Solomon Griggs neglects Rachel Hart, wandering through slums while she toils as a needleworker. After Grass Makem & Co collapses, he contemplates despair with pistols, until Rachel reappears, offering love and a fresh start with a modest life and her hand.
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Louis Lafitte
Mr. Lafi
Iva Duncan
Ferget Clem Greville
Glens
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Brad Courtland
St. Louis Magazine
Boston
J. Adams
Ansuer Solomon
House of Grass, Makem & Co
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Makem
California
George Martial
New York Mercury
Dot
Pepe
Omahs
Feara Men
Yours For Health
Lydia E. Pinkharns
Lagu
Pemiax
Orion
Qhuaker
Erin
Seomidecroun
Tunkham
Eholdbirth
Pathilelphrin Lidies
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Cleers
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Big Sandy
Saya
Linegas
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Pittsburo’s
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Warren, Pa
Warren Carriage Works
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William FE. Richards
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Water St
Diamond Block
Warres
Vonmeth
C. & E. Barrson
Griat Mill
J HN Rowland
Water Street
Warren, Penna
Alebod
General Agency
Werren
Freeman
Eaens: National Bank
Myron Waters
Francis Henry
N. Parmice
Gerould
Capital
Myron Weeters
Francois Henry
HH. A. Jamies
Davis
P. Johnson
A. Hertzel
W.d.brown
G .N. Parmice
A. T. Scofield
Trusners
United States
S ‘Arkin Savings Bank
Mino
Foreign Exchange
L. F Warron
Prest, Nesmith
F. Watson
C. A. Hunter
Byyth, Jr
B. Nesmith
Tae Durec
Dunham
Das
National Bank
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Weliere, Pres
M. Heccher
Cash
Warren County
England
Ireland
Scotland
Europe
Pratt
Geneva
James EK. Morris
Chamber
Johnson & Siegfried
Sted
Fera
Dress Geo. P. Rowell & CO
Spruce Street N.Y
Carl Pudenz Hotel
Maintreet
North
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Carl Pudenz
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