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THE BISHOP'S CANDLESTICKS.

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Scene:—The kitchen of the Bishop's cottage. It is plainly but substantially furnished. Doors R. and L. and L. C. Window R. C. Fireplace with heavy mantelpiece down R. Oak settle with cushions behind door L. C. Table in window R. C. with writing materials and crucifix (wood). Eight-day clock R. of window. Kitchen dresser with cupboard to lock down L. Oak dining table R. C. Chairs, Books, etc. Winter wood scene without. On the mantelpiece are two very handsome candlesticks which look strangely out of place with their surroundings.

Marie and Persomé discovered. Marie stirring some soup on the fire. Persomé laying the cloth, etc.

Persomé.

Marie, isn't the soup boiling yet?

Marie.

Not yet, Madam.

Persomé.

Well it ought to be. You haven't tended the fire properly, child.

Marie.

But, Madam, you yourself made the fire up.

Persomé.

Don't answer me back like that. It is rude.

Marie.

Yes, Madam.

Persomé.

Then don't let me have to rebuke you again.

Marie.

No, Madam.

Persomé.

I wonder where my brother can be. It is after eleven o'clock (looking at the clock) and no sign of him. Marie!

Marie.

Yes, Madam.

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